About Gilles Jacob
Gilles Jacob is a renowned director born in Paris, France, with 26 credits to their name.
Gilles Jacob (born 22 June 1930) is a French film critic and essayist, who served as president of the Cannes Film Festival between 2001 and 2014.
Born in Paris, the son of an entrepreneur, Jacob studied at the Lycée Louis-le-Grand, having Claude Chabrol as a schoolmate. At 17 years old he co-founded a short-lived cinema magazine, Raccords. He then collaborated as a film critic and journalist with several...
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Portfolio Overview
Gilles Jacob has contributed to 25 unique projects, with an average rating of 6.1/10. Their work spans both film and television, showcasing diverse storytelling.
Career Timeline
Active since 1972 — present (54 years), Gilles Jacob has built a legendary body of work.
Primary Expertise
Known primarily for director. Gilles Jacob has appeared in 14 films on screen and on 3 TV projects.
Current Popularity
Gilles Jacob has a dedicated following, with a popularity score of 0.6.
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Which titles feature work by Gilles Jacob?
Gilles Jacob has contributed to acclaimed titles including The Legend of the Ugly King, 100 Films and a Funeral, Truffaut / Godard, scénario d'une rupture and more. That is 26 credits in total. Primary field: director.
Gilles Jacob — what are they known for?
Primary field: director. The highest-rated titles are The Legend of the Ugly King, 100 Films and a Funeral. The career now spans over 54 years.
How many titles does Gilles Jacob have?
Credited on 14 on-screen roles, 9 crew credits in feature films and 3 television titles. 26 screen credits in total.
Gilles Jacob — what are the latest titles?
The most recent projects are Thanks for Coming, Citizen B, Kiarostami at Work.
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