Laurent Cantet
French film director, screenwriter and cinematographer (1961–2024)
1961 — 2024
Quick Facts
Profession
French film director, screenwriter and cinematographer (1961–2024)
Born
April 11, 1961
Died
2024 (age ~63)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
screenwriter, cinematographer, film theorist
FranceBorn in MelleDied in 20th arrondissement of Paris
1961
Born in Melle (1961-04-11)
2000
AwardEuropean Film Award for European Discovery of the Year
2001
AwardCésar Award for Best First Film
2008
AwardPalme d'Or
2009
AwardCésar Award for Best Adaptation
2009
AwardIndependent Spirit Award for Best Foreign Film
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Laurent Cantet was a French director, cinematographer and screenwriter. His film Entre les murs won the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival in 2008.
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Who is Laurent Cantet?+
Laurent Cantet was a French director, cinematographer and screenwriter. His film Entre les murs won the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival in 2008.
What does the name Laurent mean?+
The name Laurent means "A surname from French, equivalent to English Lawrence or Laurence". It is of French origin.
When was Laurent Cantet born?+
Laurent Cantet was born on April 11, 1961.
When did Laurent Cantet die?+
Laurent Cantet died in 2024, at approximately 63 years of age.
Name Meaning
A surname from French, equivalent to English Lawrence or Laurence
The name Laurent is of French origin, meaning "A surname from French, equivalent to English Lawrence or Laurence". It is traditionally a male name.
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Laurent — April 11, 1961
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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