Nicole Francis was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “La cage aux filles”, “Bibi Fricotin”, and “Plume au vent”. She had a brief but memorable career in French cinema.
Personal and Family Life
Nicole Francis was born as Nicole Suzanne Plailly on September 6, 1929, in Mainneville, Eure, France. She entered into marriage with Paul Renoir in 1948, a union with ties to the famous impressionist painter Auguste Renoir. Unfortunately, their marriage lasted only eight months, which mirrors the short duration of her film career.
Career Highlights
After studying drama with René Simon, Nicole made her film debut in 1949 with “La cage aux filles.” Throughout her career, from 1949 to 1952, she appeared in a handful of films but never became a household name. Her roles often featured her charming presence, but they remained within minor commercial productions.
Death and Legacy
Nicole Francis passed away on December 28, 2018, in Calmont, France, under undisclosed circumstances. Despite her brief career, she left an imprint on French cinema and is remembered for her contributions to the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| La Cage aux filles | 1949-10-10 | |
| Bibi Fricotin | 1951-04-11 | Catherine, l’amie de Bibi Fricotin |
| Les Joyeux Pélerins | 1951-05-25 | Nicole, daughter of Max |
| La Plus Belle Fille du monde | 1951-10-31 | Colette Dumont |
| La portatrice di pane | 1950-09-13 | |
| Plume au vent | 1952-10-17 | Anne-Marie Peluche |
| Life After Tomorrow | 2006-12-24 | Self |