Maurice Devienne was an American actor known for Deuxième Bureau, Le Colonel Chabert, and La Tendre Ennemie. Born on February 20, 1892, in Paris, France, he made significant contributions to the film industry. He passed away on May 27, 1979, in Evecquemont, Yvelines, France.
Personal and Family Life
Maurice Devienne was born Maurice Helie and grew up in Paris. Details about his family life are limited, but he pursued a career in acting that spanned several decades. He became well-known in French cinema, particularly in the 1930s and 1940s.
Career
Devienne had a prolific acting career, appearing in numerous films throughout his life. Some of his most notable works include roles in Deuxième Bureau and La Tendre Ennemie, which showcased his talent and versatility as an actor. He worked on both major productions and smaller films, contributing to the classic era of French cinema.
Death and Legacy
Maurice Devienne died on May 27, 1979, leaving behind a legacy in the film industry. His performances continue to be remembered by film enthusiasts and historians. Though not as widely known today, he played a role in shaping French cinema during his active years.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Yoshiwara | 1937-06-23 | L’officier russe |
| Koenigsmark | 1935-12-04 | |
| La Tendre Ennemie | 1936-10-24 | Le Fiancé |
| La Révoltée | 1948-11-05 | |
| Courrier Sud | 1937-01-22 | Le maître d’hôtel |
| Le cercle vicieux | 1960-04-27 | Un invité au vernissage (uncredited) |
| Deuxième Bureau | 1935-09-19 | |
| L’Argent | 1936-05-25 | |
| La brigade en jupons | 1936-07-09 | |
| Le Disque 413 | 1936-07-24 | |
| L’Homme à abattre | 1937-02-25 | |
| La Bête aux sept manteaux | 1937-02-26 | |
| À nous deux, madame la vie | 1937-03-26 | Bank clerk who won at the races |
| Troïka sur la piste blanche | 1937-06-18 | |
| Un déjeuner de soleil | 1937-12-09 | |
| La Tragédie impériale | 1938-01-28 | |
| La Vénus de l’or | 1938-05-13 | |
| Le Petit Chose | 1938-05-31 | |
| Le Patriote | 1938-06-05 | |
| Nord-Atlantique | 1939-04-13 | |
| Dernier atout | 1942-09-02 | |
| Le Destin fabuleux de Désirée Clary | 1941-07-03 | Le maire Etienne Bouvet |
| Le Soleil de minuit | 1943-06-30 | Engineer |
| Le Colonel Chabert | 1943-12-01 | |
| La Collection Ménard | 1944-04-12 | (uncredited) |
| Le Père Goriot | 1945-03-22 | (uncredited) |
| Mission spéciale | 1946-03-08 | (uncredited) |
| La foire aux chimères | 1946-10-30 |