Pierre Filmon is a distinguished director, renowned for his exceptional work in the documentary genre. His talent has been recognized through nominations for the prestigious Caméra d'Or and Golden Eye awards. His documentary, CLOSE ENCOUNTERS WITH VILMOS ZSIGMOND, premiered in the Official Selection at the renowned Cannes Film Festival in 2016.
In recent years, Pierre has continued to impress audiences with his latest documentary, JERRY SCHATZBERG, LANDSCAPE PORTRAIT. This masterpiece premiered in the Official Selection at the Venice Film Festival in 2022 and later screened at the Deauville Film Festival in 2023.
As a respected member of the Cinémathèque Française, SCAM, and L'ARP, Pierre has had the honor of serving as a jury member at the Cannes Film Festival. He has participated in the Volcano Prize in 2017 and the Script Prize in 2024, showcasing his expertise and dedication to the art of filmmaking.
Pierre's second feature film, LONG TIME NO SEE, was released in 2020 and starred Laëtitia Eïdo and Pierre Rochefort. This cinematic masterpiece was showcased at an impressive 35 film festivals worldwide, including Shanghai, Moscow, Morelia, Fajr, and Goa, and earned a total of five awards. LONG TIME NO SEE was eventually theatrically released in France in November 2021.
Pierre's upcoming feature film, THE GREAT DEPARTURE, is currently in post-production. Shot entirely in India, this new project promises to be an exciting and captivating addition to Pierre's impressive filmography.
