Person Biography:
Henri Decoin was a French film director, born in 1890. Before becoming a director, he worked as a sports correspondent, novelist, and screenwriter. He was also the assistant to director Mario Gallone. Decoin is known for his work in the film noir genre, and some of his films are considered to be on par with those of other notable directors such as Clouzot and Duvivier.
Early Career:
Decoin's early career as a director began in the 1930s, and he often worked with actress Danielle Darrieux, whom he married in 1935 and divorced in 1941. Some of his notable films from this period include "Le Domino Vert" (1935),"Abus De Confiance" (1936),and "Battements De Coeur" (1938).
Film Noirs:
Decoin's work in the film noir genre began in the 1940s, with films such as "Les Inconnus Dans La Maison" (1942),"L'Homme De Londres" (1943),and "La Fille Du Diable" (1945). These films showcased Decoin's ability to create atmospheric and suspenseful stories, often with themes of redemption and despair.
Later Career:
In the 1950s, Decoin continued to work in the film noir genre, with films such as "Non Coupable" (1951),"Les Amants Du Pont Saint-Jean" (1955),and "Entre Onze Heures Et Minuit" (1956). He also worked on a number of other films, including "La Verite Sur Bébé Donge" (1951),"Bonnes A Tuer" (1954),and "Dortoir Des Grandes" (1959).
Later Life:
Decoin's later career was marked by a decline in quality, with films such as "Le Feu Aux Poudres" (1959),"Tous Peuvent Me Tuer" (1960),and "Pourquoi Viens-Tu Si Tard?" (1961). He died in 1969, and his son Didier Decoin went on to become a successful writer.
