Guy Casaril

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Guy Casaril

Directing November 11, 1933

Miramont-de-Guyenne, France

Guy Casaril was a French film director, screenwriter, and non-fiction writer. He began his career as an assistant director before making his directorial debut with L'Astragale (19…

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Guy Casaril was a French film director, screenwriter, and non-fiction writer. He began his career as an assistant director before making his directorial debut with L'Astragale (1968), an adaptation of Albertine Sarrazin's novel. Casaril directed several films, including Les Novices (1970), starring Brigitte Bardot and Annie Girardot, and Piaf (1974), a biopic about Édith Piaf. His films are noted for their narrative clarity and engagement with contemporary themes. Casaril's contributions to French cinema have left a lasting impact on the industry's artistic direction.

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  1. 1975
    Emilienne

    Movie Director

  2. 1974
    Piaf

    Movie Director

  3. 1972
    The Beguines

    Movie Director

  4. 1971
    The Legend of Frenchie King

    Movie (uncredited)

  5. 1970
    The Novices

    Movie Director

  6. 1968
    Ankle Bone

    Movie Screenplay

  7. 1967
  8. 1966
  9. 1956
    La bête noire

    Movie Assistant Director