Robert Lapoujade

Directing

Robert Lapoujade

Born
Died
(aged 72)
Birthplace
Montauban, Tarn-et-Garonne, France
Credits
13 titles

Biography

Robert Lapoujade was a French painter, filmmaker, and writer. He began his career as a painter, known for his portraits of French literary figures such as Jean-Paul Sartre and André Breton. Lapoujade transitioned to filmmaking in the 1960s, directing films like Le Socrate (1968) and Le Sourire Vertical (1973). His films often explored philosophical themes and were noted for their experimental style. Lapoujade's work in both painting and film reflects his deep engagement with existential and humanist ideas.

Signature work

Known For

Acting credits 2

YearTitleRole
2019 Les Mémoires de Don Quichotte Film Cervantes (voice)
1984 Robert Lapoujade, peintre Film Himself

Crew credits 12

YearTitleJob
2019 Les Mémoires de Don Quichotte Film Director
1974 An Actor Without Paradox Film Director, Screenplay, Cinematography
1973 Olivier Messiaen and the Birds Film Animation
1973 The Vertical Smile Film Director, Writer
1968 Le Socrate Film Director, Writer
1967 Shadow of the Apple Film Director, Writer
1965 Vélodrame Film Director
1963 L'annonciation Film Animation Director
1963 Trois portraits d'un oiseau qui n'existe pas Film Director, Writer, Cinematography, Animation
1962 Prison Film Director, Writer, Cinematography, Editor
1961 Noir et blanc Film Director
1960 Foules Film Director
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