Pierre Clémenti was a French actor and director, best known for his roles in Belle de Jour (1967), The Leopard (1963), and À l’ombre de la canaille bleue (1986). He was born on September 28, 1942, in Paris, France, and passed away on December 27, 1999, in the same city.
Personal and Family Life
Pierre Clémenti was married to Margareth Clémenti, and together they had two children: Balthazar Clémenti and Valentin Clémenti-Arnoult. Earlier in life, he worked as a telegraph operator and messenger while studying acting at Theatre National Populaire.
Career
Pierre gained fame by playing a seductive young criminal in the film Belle de Jour, which launched his career in cinema. He became known for his intense roles, often portraying characters with complex or dark backgrounds. Clémenti also directed films, contributing significantly to the French underground film movement.
Death and Legacy
Pierre Clémenti died on December 27, 1999, due to liver cancer. He left behind a legacy as an influential figure in both acting and directing, remembered for his unique roles in avant-garde cinema. His experiences, including a notable period spent in prison, also inspired him to write a book about his life.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Belle de jour | 1967-05-24 | Marcel |
| Sweet Movie | 1974-06-12 | Potemkin Sailor |
| L’Autrichienne | 1990-09-19 | Hébert |
| Il conformista | 1970-07-01 | Pasqualino ‘Lino’ Semirama |
| New Old | 1979-11-21 | – |
| La Révolution ce n’est qu’un début, continuons le combat | – | – |
| Visa de censure no X | 1976-07-02 | – |
| Hideous Kinky | 1998-11-17 | Santoni |
| La vraie histoire de Gérard Lechômeur | 1982-04-24 | Gérard Lechômeur |
| La cicatrice intérieure | 1972-02-02 | Horseman / Archer |