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Born: December 11, 1930 – Died: June 17, 2022
Jean-Louis Trintignant, a renowned French actor, captivated audiences with his exceptional talent and enigmatic performances. Born in 1930 in Piolenc, a small town in southern France, he was the son of a wealthy industrialist. Despite initially being regarded as untalented in the theater world, Trintignant's fortunes changed when he was discovered by director Roger Vadim for the silver screen. His career faced turbulence when rumors of an affair with Brigitte Bardot, his co-star in "...And God Created Woman" (1956), sparked intense media attention. Trintignant sought refuge in the army, but it was only a matter of time before he achieved his first major success and cemented his status as a versatile actor. With an impressive filmography of over 100 movies, Trintignant excelled in portraying complex characters like murderers and jealous husbands. Later in his career, he gravitated towards theater, showcasing his profound love for the craft. Jean-Louis Trintignant's contributions to the entertainment industry are a testament to his enduring legacy and the heights he reached as an actor.
Early Life and Career
Jean-Louis Trintignant had a privileged upbringing as the son of a wealthy industrialist. It is evident that his path to success was not without its challenges. Initially regarded as untalented in the theater world, Trintignant's fortunes changed when he caught the attention of director Roger Vadim, who cast him in the film "...And God Created Woman" (1956). However, his career faced a setback when rumors of an affair with his co-star, Brigitte Bardot, led to intense media attention.
In response to the turmoil, Trintignant sought refuge in the French army. But his talent and determination could not be suppressed for long. He soon achieved his first major success and solidified his status as a versatile actor. With a filmography spanning over 100 movies, Trintignant became known for his ability to portray complex characters, particularly murderers and jealous husbands.
While Trintignant's early successes contributed to his growing reputation as a talented actor, it was his role in the film "A Man and a Woman" (1966) that catapulted him to international stardom. This romantic drama directed by Claude Lelouch garnered critical acclaim and numerous accolades, including the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Trintignant's portrayal of Jean-Louis Duroc in the film showcased his range and sensitivity as an actor, solidifying his status as an icon in the French film industry.
Throughout his career, Trintignant received numerous awards and nominations for his outstanding performances. He won the Best Actor Award at the Cannes Film Festival for his role in "Z" (1969) and received critical acclaim for his performance in "Amour" (2012), which earned him an Academy Award nomination and a César Award win for Best Actor.
While Trintignant's on-screen achievements were remarkable, he also had a rich personal life. He was married twice, first to actors Stéphane Audran and later to film director Nadine Marquand. Tragically, he experienced great personal loss when his daughter, actress Marie Trintignant, was murdered in 2003, which deeply affected him. Trintignant's commitment to his craft extended beyond acting, as he also ventured into writing and directing. Moreover, he had a passion for theater and frequently performed on stage throughout his career.
Known for his intense and enigmatic performances, Jean-Louis Trintignant left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. His nuanced portrayals, awards and acclaim, and enduring status as a French cinema legend make him a true icon of his generation. Trintignant's impact on Hollywood and the broader entertainment industry continues to be celebrated.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | The Best Years of a Life | Jean-Louis Duroc |
| 2017 | Happy End | Georges Laurent |
| 2012 | Amour | Georges |
| 2006 | Stranger Than Fiction | Jean-Louis Duroc (uncredited) |
| 2005 | Galilée ou L'amour de Dieu (TV Movie) | Récitant | Narrator (voice) |
| 2004 | Immortal | Jack Turner (voice) |
| 2003 | Janis et John | M. Cannon |
| 2003 | L'illusion des apparences (Short) | Narrateur |
| 1998 | Those Who Love Me Can Take the Train | Lucien Emmerich | Jean-Baptiste Emmerich |
| 1996 | Un homme est tombé dans la rue | Unknown |
| 1996 | Tykho Moon | Le chirurgien |
| 1996 | L'insoumise (TV Movie) | Roquepenne |
| 1996 | A Self-Made Hero | Albert Dehousse (old) |
| 1996 | C'est jamais loin | Elliot Spencer |
| 1995 | Fiesta | Colonel Masagual |
| 1995 | The City of Lost Children | L'oncle Irvin (voice) |
| 1994 | See How They Fall | Marx |
| 1994 | Three Colors: Red | Le juge |
| 1994 | Rêveuse jeunesse (TV Movie) | Récitant (texte de Paul Éluard) (voice) |
| 1993 | L'interdiction (TV Movie) | Le marquis d'Espard |
| 1993 | L'oeil écarlate | René Montijoux |
| 1993 | L'instinct de l'ange | Colonel Édouard |
| 1992 | Le grand pardon II | Narrator (voice) |
| 1992 | La controverse de Valladolid (TV Movie) | Ginèse de Sepúlveda |
| 1991 | Merci La Vie | SS Officer |
| 1990 | Pour un oui ou pour un non (TV Movie) | H1 |
| 1990 | Julie de Carneilhan (TV Movie) | Herbert d'Espivant |
| 1989 | Bunker palace hôtel | Holm |
| 1987 | La vallée fantôme | Paul |
| 1987 | Le moustachu | Le général Gougeard |
| 1986 | La femme de ma vie | Pierre |
| 1986 | 15 août (Short) | The unfaithful husband |
| 1986 | A Man and a Woman: 20 Years Later | Jean-Louis Duroc |
| 1985 | L'homme aux yeux d'argent | Mayene |
| 1985 | Sortüz egy fekete bivalyért | Fodó tanár úr |
| 1985 | Rendez-vous | Scrutzler |
| 1985 | Partir, revenir | Roland Rivière |
| 1985 | L'été prochain | Paul |
| 1984 | Viva la vie | François Gaucher |
| 1984 | Femmes de personne | Michel Gilquin |
| 1984 | Le bon plaisir | Le Président de la République |
| 1983 | La crime | Christian Lacassagne |
| 1983 | Confidentially Yours | Julien Vercel |
| 1983 | Under Fire | Jazy |
| 1983 | Credo (TV Movie) | Le professeur Lenski |
| 1982 | Colpire al cuore | Dario |
| 1982 | That Night in Varennes | Monsieur Sauce |
| 1982 | Boulevard des assassins | Daniel Salmon |
| 1982 | The Big Pardon | Le commissaire Duché |
| 1981 | Deep Water | Vic Allen |
| 1981 | Dead Certain | Louis Faguet |
| 1981 | Malevil | Fulbert |
| 1981 | Passion of Love | Doctor (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1981 | Un assassin qui passe | Ravic |
| 1980 | I Love You All | Julien Tellier |
| 1980 | La banquière | Horace Vannister |
| 1980 | La terrazza | Enrico D'Orsi (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1979 | Melancoly Baby | Pierre |
| 1979 | Le maître nageur | Le jardinier de Zopoulos |
| 1978 | L'argent des autres | Henri Rainier |
| 1977 | L'affaire (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1977 | Faces of Love | Victor |
| 1977 | Les passagers | Alex Moineau |
| 1976 | The Desert of the Tartars | Major Dr. Rovine |
| 1976 | Le voyage de noces | Paul Carter |
| 1976 | The Probability Factor | Fred Malone |
| 1975 | Hustle | Jean-Louis Duroc (uncredited) |
| 1975 | The Sunday Woman | Massimo Campi |
| 1975 | Il pleut sur Santiago | Le sénateur |
| 1975 | Flic Story | Emile Buisson |
| 1975 | Act of Aggression | Paul Varlin |
| 1975 | Playing with Fire | Franz | Francis |
| 1974 | The Secret | David Daguerre |
| 1974 | L'escapade | Ferdinand |
| 1974 | Love at the Top | Nicolas Mallet |
| 1974 | Successive Slidings of Pleasure | Le commissaire de police |
| 1974 | Les violons du bal | Lui (Michel) |
| 1973 | The Last Train | Julien Maroyeur |
| 1973 | Défense de savoir | Jean-Pierre Laubray |
| 1973 | A Full Day's Work | Le Metteur en scène de la troupe des 'Enfants du Gard' |
| 1972 | The Outside Man | Lucien Bellon |
| 1972 | The Assassination | François Darien - un intellectuel instable |
| 1972 | And Hope to Die | Antoine Cardot aka Froggy |
| 1971 | Without Apparent Motive | Stéphane Carella |
| 1970 | The Crook | Simon Duroc dit 'le Suisse' |
| 1970 | Las secretas intenciones | Miguel (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1970 | The Conformist | Marcello Clerici (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1970 | Ramparts of Clay | Entrepreneur |
| 1969 | So Sweet... So Perverse | Jean Reynaud (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1969 | L'Américain | Bruno |
| 1969 | L'opium et le bâton | Chaudier |
| 1969 | Crime Thief | Jean Girod |
| 1969 | My Night at Maud's | Jean-Louis |
| 1969 | Love Circle | Michele | Nina's husband |
| 1969 | Z | Le juge d'instruction |
| 1968 | The Libertine | Dr. Carlo De Marchi |
| 1968 | The Great Silence | Gordon | Silence (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1968 | La société est une fleur carnivore (Short) | Récitant | Narrator |
| 1968 | The Man Who Lies | Jan Robin | Boris Varissa |
| 1968 | Les Biches | Paul Thomas |
| 1968 | Plucked | Marco (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1967 | Un homme à abattre | Raphael |
| 1967 | I Am What I Am | Bernard (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1967 | Mon amour Mon amour | Vincent Falaise |
| 1966 | Trans-Europ-Express | Elias | Self |
| 1966 | Is Paris Burning? | Capitaine Serge |
| 1966 | Safari diamants | Raphaële Vincente |
| 1966 | A Man and a Woman | Jean-Louis Duroc (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1966 | La longue marche | Philippe |
| 1966 | Un garçon, une fille. Le dix-septième ciel | François |
| 1965 | Fragilité, ton nom est femme (Short) | Unknown |
| 1965 | Le train bleu s'arrête 13 fois (TV Series) | Mezure |
| 1965 | The Sleeping Car Murder | Éric Grandin - un amant d'Eliane |
| 1965 | Merveilleuse Angélique | Claude le Petit, dit Le poète croté |
| 1965 | Io uccido, tu uccidi | Gianni Santi (segment "La donna che viveva sola") |
| 1965 | La bonne occase | Jacques Danzac |
| 1964 | Mata Hari, agent H21 | Le capitaine François Lasalle |
| 1964 | Inferno | Marcel #2 |
| 1964 | Viheltäjät | Jean-Louis Trintignant |
| 1964 | Avatar (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1964 | Les pas perdus | Georges Guichard |
| 1963 | L'un d'entre vous (TV Movie) | René Dezange |
| 1963 | Nutty, Naughty Chateau | Frederic |
| 1963 | Il successo | Sergio (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1962 | Un jour à Paris (Short) | Unknown |
| 1962 | The Easy Life | Roberto Mariani (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1962 | Le combat dans l'île | Clément Lesser |
| 1962 | The Seven Deadly Sins | Bernard Duparc (segment "Luxure, La") |
| 1962 | The Fabiani Affair | Joseph Fabiani |
| 1961 | La luxure (Short) | Bernard Duparc |
| 1961 | Le jeu de la vérité | Guy de Fleury |
| 1961 | Le puits aux trois vérités | Un invité au vernissage |
| 1961 | Journey Beneath the Desert | Pierre |
| 1961 | Spotlight on a Murderer | Jean-Marie de Kerloguen |
| 1960 | Le coeur battant | François |
| 1960 | The Battle of Austerlitz | Ségur fils |
| 1960 | La 1000eme fenêtre | Georges Desvignes |
| 1959 | Parfois le dimanche (Short) | Unknown |
| 1959 | Violent Summer | Carlo Caremoli (as Jean Louis Trintignant) |
| 1959 | Les liaisons dangereuses | Danceny |
| 1956 | Club de femmes | Michel |
| 1956 | ...And God Created Woman | Michel Tardieu |
| 1956 | Law of the Streets | YvesTréguier dit Le Breton |
| 1956 | If All the Guys in the World... | Jean-Louis (as J.L. Trintignant) |
| 1955 | Pechiney (Short) | Unknown |
| 1955 | L'assassin a pris le métro (TV Movie) | Roger |
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