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Yves Montand

Yves Montand

Born:13. oktober 1921

Place of Birth:Monsummano Terme, Pistoia, Tuscany, Italy

Died:9. november 1991

Known For:Acting

Biography

Yves Montand, born Ivo Livi, was a multitalented Italian-born French actor and singer who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. From his humble beginnings in a small Italian village to becoming one of France's greatest 20th-century artists, Montand's journey was nothing short of remarkable.

After moving to Marseille in his youth, Montand worked odd jobs before embarking on a career in show business as a music-hall singer. His talent caught the attention of the legendary Édith Piaf, who played a pivotal role in launching his career and making him a part of her act. This marked the beginning of his rise to international fame.

Montand's smooth crooner style songs, especially those centered around Paris, quickly became classics. His performances at the Paris Olympia music hall solidified his status as one of the most renowned entertainers of his time. His popularity extended far beyond France, with successful concert tours in the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe showcasing his global appeal.

Beyond his music career, Montand made a significant impact in the world of acting. He starred in American films and even graced the Broadway stage, earning critical acclaim for his performances. Notable roles in films like "Jean de Florette" and "Manon des Sources" revived his profile in the United States and demonstrated his versatility as an actor.

Montand's personal life was as intriguing as his professional endeavors. His marriage to the esteemed actress Simone Signoret was a cornerstone of his life, enduring until her passing in 1985. Despite well-publicized affairs, including one with Marilyn Monroe, Montand's bond with Signoret remained strong, and they collaborated on several projects throughout their careers.

In 1988, Montand welcomed his only son, Valentin, with his second wife, Carole Amiel. However, his personal life was not without its controversies, as a paternity suit posthumously rocked France with claims of another child. The legal battle that followed culminated in a highly publicized court ruling that ultimately disproved the allegations.

Montand's legacy extends beyond his artistic contributions. Known for his support of left-wing causes and his active involvement in political events during the 1950s and 1960s, he used his platform to advocate for social change and justice. His impact on both the entertainment industry and society at large solidifies his place as a true icon of his era.

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The Wages of Fear

The Wages of Fear

Mario Livi

1953

In a run-down South American town, four men are paid to drive trucks loaded with nitroglycerin into the jungle through to the oil field. Friendships are tested and rivalries develop as they embark upon the perilous journey.
Manon of the Spring

Manon of the Spring

César Soubeyran, aka "le Papet"

1986

In this, the sequel to Jean de Florette, Manon has grown into a beautiful young shepherdess living in the idyllic Provencal countryside. She plots vengeance on the men who greedily conspired to acquire her father's land years earlier.
Delusions of Grandeur

Delusions of Grandeur

Blaze, Don Sallust's valet

1971

Don Sallust is the minister of the King of Spain. Being disingenuous, hypocritical, greedy and collecting the taxes for himself, he is hated by the people he oppresses. Accused by The Queen, a beautiful princess Bavarian, of having an illegitimate child to one of her maids of honor, he was stripped of his duties and ordered to retire to a monastery.
Z

Z

The Deputy, a doctor

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.
Le Cercle Rouge

Le Cercle Rouge

Jansen

1970

When French criminal Corey gets released from prison, he resolves to never return. He is quickly pulled back into the underworld, however, after a chance encounter with escaped murderer Vogel. Along with former policeman and current alcoholic Jansen, they plot an intricate jewel heist. All the while, quirky Police Commissioner Mattei, who was the one to lose custody of Vogel, is determined to find him.
Jean de Florette

Jean de Florette

César Soubeyran, aka 'le Papet'

1986

In a rural French village, an old man and his only remaining relative cast their covetous eyes on an adjoining vacant property. They need its spring water for growing their flowers, and are dismayed to hear that the man who has inherited it is moving in. They block up the spring and watch as their new neighbour tries to keep his crops watered from wells far afield through the hot summer. Though they see his desperate efforts are breaking his health and his wife and daughter's hearts, they think only of getting the water.

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