Jean Bouise

Born:June 3, 1929

Place of Birth:Le Havre, Seine-Maritime, France

Died:July 6, 1989

Known For:Acting

Biography

Jean Bouise, a talented French actor, was born on June 3, 1929, in the beautiful port city of Le Havre. Bouise's passion for the arts led him to co-found the Théâtre de la Cité in the 1950s, where he honed his craft as a stage actor. Transitioning to the silver screen in the 1960s, he quickly made a name for himself with his compelling performances in various French films.

Throughout his career, Bouise showcased his versatility by taking on a range of supporting roles in acclaimed movies such as "The Shameless Old Lady," "Z," and "Out 1." His ability to bring depth and authenticity to his characters earned him critical acclaim and recognition in the French film industry.

Notable for his collaborations with renowned directors, Bouise's work in films like "The Return of the Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe" and "Monsieur Klein" solidified his reputation as a dependable character actor. His nuanced portrayals garnered him multiple César nominations, including for his roles in "Le vieux fusil" and "Le Juge Fayard dit Le Shériff."

Bouise's career reached new heights when he clinched the prestigious Best Supporting Actor award for his role in "Coup de tête." This accolade underscored his exceptional talent and cemented his status as a formidable presence in French cinema. Following this success, he continued to captivate audiences with memorable performances in films like "Édith et Marcel," "Subway," and "La Femme Nikita."

Tragically, Jean Bouise's life was cut short when he passed away in Lyon on July 6, 1989. Despite his untimely death, his legacy endures through his body of work, which continues to resonate with audiences and inspire aspiring actors. Bouise's contributions to French cinema remain a testament to his dedication to his craft and his enduring impact on the film industry.

Images

Filmography

Acting

La Femme Nikita

The Embassy Attaché

1990

A beautiful felon, sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a policeman, is given a second chance – as a secret political assassin controlled by the government.

The Big Blue

Uncle Louis

1988

Two men answer the call of the ocean in this romantic fantasy-adventure. Jacques and Enzo are a pair of friends who have been close since childhood, and who share a passion for the dangerous sport of free diving. Professional diver Jacques opted to follow in the footsteps of his father, who died at sea when Jacques was a boy; to the bewilderment of scientists, Jacques harbors a remarkable ability to adjust his heart rate and breathing pattern in the water, so that his vital signs more closely resemble that of dolphins than men. As Enzo persuades a reluctant Jacques to compete against him in a free diving contest -- determining who can dive deeper and longer without scuba gear -- Jacques meets Johana, a beautiful insurance investigator from America, and he finds that he must choose between his love for her and his love of the sea.

Subway

Le Chef de Station

1985

Fred, a raffish safe blower, takes refuge in the Paris Metro after being chased by the henchmen of a shady businessman from whom he has just stolen some documents. While hiding out in the back rooms and conduits of the Metro, Fred encounters a subterranean society of eccentric characters and petty criminals.

Z

Deputy Georges Pirou, friend of the Deputy

1969

Amid a tense political climate, the opposition leader is killed in an apparent accident. When a prosecutor smells a cover-up, witnesses get targeted. A thinly veiled dramatization of the assassination of Greek politician Grigoris Lambrakis and its aftermath, “Z” captures the outrage at the US-backed junta that ruled Greece at the time of its release.