Renée Cosima was an American actress best known for her roles in ‘Les enfants terribles’, ‘Au royaume des cieux’, and ‘Les naufrageurs’. Born in France, she made a name for herself in the film and theater industries.
Personal and Family Life
Renée Cosima was born on September 1, 1922, in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Hauts-de-Seine, France. She initially trained as a dancer with the Opéra de Paris Ballet but had to abandon her career due to health issues. After marrying a South American diplomat, she spent several years abroad before returning to France in 1947, when she developed a love for theater.
Career Highlights
Catching the attention of the film industry, Renée landed notable roles in films by famous directors like Jean Cocteau, Jean-Pierre Melville, and Julien Duvivier. Her stage performances included works by playwrights such as George Bernard Shaw and Federico Garcia Lorca. Despite her promising start, her career faced setbacks in the early 1950s, and she began to receive fewer offers for roles in both films and theater.
Death and Legacy
Renée Cosima passed away on July 10, 1981, in Ergué-Gabéric, Finistère, France, due to a heart attack. She was only 58 years old at the time of her death. Although her career did not reach the heights many predicted, she is remembered for her captivating performances and contributions to French cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Les Enfants terribles | 1950-03-29 | Dargelos / Agathe |
| Les Naufrageurs | 1959-01-27 | Moïra |
| L’assassin viendra ce soir | 1964-03-10 | Catherine Muller |
| Le Secret de Mayerling | 1949-05-07 | (uncredited) |
| Au royaume des cieux | 1949-09-30 | Camille |
| Orphée | 1950-09-29 | Une bacchante (uncredited) |
| Gibier de potence | 1951-11-08 | Ginette |
| Adieu Paris | 1952-09-25 | Juliette |
| Un trésor de femme | 1953-02-11 | Isabelle Villier-Boulard |
| Marchands de filles | 1957-10-04 | |
| Cause toujours, mon lapin | 1961-10-06 | Françoise |
| Samedi soir | 1971-01-09 | Self |