Georges Franju
April 12, 1912 · 114 years old
Georges Franju was a French filmmaker. He was born in Fougères, Ille-et-Vilaine. Before working in French cinema, Franju had several different jobs. Franju was also briefly in the military in Algeria and was discharged in 1932. On his return, Franju studied to become a set designer and later create…
Known For
4 titles
Eyes Without a Face
A surgeon causes a car accident which leaves his daughter disfigured and goes to extreme lengths to give her a new face.
Blood of the Beasts
Bucolic scenes from the outskirts of Paris are contrasted with stark footage from slaughterhouses.
Spotlight on a Murderer
When he learns his days are numbered old count Hervé de Kéraudren decides to hide in a secret alcove and to die there, just to annoy his heirs. As a result of his body not being found the latter will have to wait for five years un...
Shadowman
A criminal organization led by "The Man Without a Face" scours Paris for a treasure hidden by the Knights Templar.