Jean Aurel

Jean Aurel

Deceased · Born: Nov 6, 1925 · Died: Aug 26, 1996

Personal Details

BornNov 6, 1925 Rastolita, Mures, Romania

Biography

Jean Aurel, a Romanian-born French screenwriter and film director, left an indelible mark on the French New Wave era, characterized by his innovative and distinctive storytelling approach.

Starting his professional journey as a screenwriter, Aurel worked alongside notable filmmakers, co-authoring several critically acclaimed films. One such notable collaboration was Hiroshima Mon Amour, directed by the renowned Alain Resnais in 1959, a cinematic masterpiece that showcased Aurel's unique writing talents.

Aurel's creative partnership with Resnais continued with another groundbreaking film, Last Year at Marienbad, released in 1961. This critically acclaimed film further solidified Aurel's reputation as a masterful screenwriter, skillfully weaving complex narratives that captivated audiences worldwide.

Career

1983
1981
1979
Love on the Run
Love on the Run as Screenplay
1960
The Hole
The Hole as Screenplay
1957
1968
French Mistress
French Mistress as Director, Writer