Serge Roullet

Directing

Serge Roullet

Born
Died
(aged 96)
Birthplace
Bordeaux, Gironde, France
Credits
10 titles

Biography

Serge Roullet was a French film director and screenwriter known for his thought-provoking works. Born in Bordeaux, he experienced a tumultuous adolescence during the German occupation of France in World War II. At 20, Roullet committed to a career in cinema, undertaking various roles to master the art of filmmaking. He served as an assistant director to Robert Bresson on The Trial of Joan of Arc (1962), which significantly influenced his minimalist style. Roullet's directorial debut, The Wall (1967), adapted from Jean-Paul Sartre's short story, was entered into the 17th Berlin International Film Festival. His filmography includes Benito Cereno (1971), based on Herman Melville's novella, and Le Voyage étranger (1992). Roullet's films are characterized by their philosophical depth and exploration of human freedom.

Signature work

Known For

Acting credits 1

YearTitleRole
1971 Benito Cereno Film

Crew credits 10

YearTitleJob
2008 Avoue que tu mens Film Producer, Screenplay, Director, Director of Photography
1992 Le voyage étranger Film Director, Writer
1978 Djerrahi: une cérémonie soufie Film Camera Operator
1974 La fille à l'envers Film Director
1971 Benito Cereno Film Writer, Director
1971 Jupiter Film Technical Advisor
1967 The Wall Film Director, Writer
1963 The Trial of Joan of Arc Film First Assistant Director
1963 Sillages Film Director, Writer
1948 Louisiana Story Film Assistant Director
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