Michel Deville 1931 – 2023

Biography

Michel Deville was a French film director and screenwriter whose career spanned many decades in European cinema. Born on April 13, 1931, in Boulogne-Billancourt, a suburb of Paris, he devoted his life to the art of filmmaking, working both behind the camera and at the writing desk to craft stories for the screen.

Throughout his professional life, Deville contributed significantly to French cinema as both director and screenwriter, bringing his creative vision to numerous projects. His work reflected a deep commitment to the craft of cinema and storytelling, establishing him as a notable figure in the film industry.

On February 16, 2023, Deville passed away in his native Boulogne-Billancourt, having lived a full life in the same community where he was born. He was laid to rest at Cimetière de l’avenue Pierre-Grenier, also in Boulogne-Billancourt, returning to the place that had shaped his life and career. His legacy remains in the films and stories he left behind.