Philippe Bruneau

Born:October 12, 1938

Place of Birth:Caen, Calvados, France

Passed Away:2012-03-26

Known For:Acting

Biography

Philippe Bruneau, a talented and versatile actor, has captivated audiences with his remarkable performances on both the stage and screen. Born into a family of artists, his passion for acting was ignited at a young age, leading him to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. With his charismatic presence and ability to embody a wide range of characters, Bruneau has established himself as a formidable talent in the world of acting.

Throughout his career, Bruneau has showcased his acting prowess in a variety of roles, from intense dramas to light-hearted comedies. His dedication to his craft is evident in the depth and authenticity he brings to each character he portrays, leaving a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike. Whether playing a conflicted anti-hero or a lovable romantic lead, Bruneau's performances are always compelling and memorable.

Bruneau's talent has not gone unnoticed, earning him critical acclaim and numerous accolades for his work in film and television. His ability to convey complex emotions with subtlety and nuance has solidified his reputation as a highly respected actor in the industry. With each new project, Bruneau continues to push the boundaries of his artistry, taking on challenging roles that showcase his versatility and range as an actor.

In addition to his on-screen work, Bruneau is also a seasoned stage actor, with a passion for live performance that shines through in his theatrical work. His dynamic stage presence and commanding voice make him a captivating presence on the stage, drawing audiences into the world of the play with his magnetic performances. Whether performing in classic dramas or contemporary plays, Bruneau's talent for storytelling is always on full display.

Behind the scenes, Bruneau is known for his professionalism and dedication to his craft, earning the respect and admiration of his colleagues in the industry. His collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence make him a valued member of any production team, bringing his unique perspective and talent to every project he is a part of. With his passion for storytelling and his unwavering work ethic, Bruneau continues to inspire and impress audiences with his exceptional performances.

In his personal life, Bruneau is known for his humility and down-to-earth demeanor, despite his success and acclaim in the entertainment industry. He remains dedicated to his craft and is always seeking new opportunities to challenge himself and grow as an actor. With his innate talent, unwavering passion, and commitment to his art, Philippe Bruneau has firmly established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the world of acting, leaving a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire future generations of performers.

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Filmography

Acting

Mais qui a re-tué Pamela Rose ?

Le co-détenu

2012

French filmmaker Eric Lartigau directs the anarchic buddy comedy Bullit and Riper, originally released as Mais qui a tue Pamela Rose? French comedic television stars Kad Merad and Olivier Barroux are both the protagonists and the screenwriters. As a parody of Hollywood cop films, the story is set somewhere in the American Midwest as fabricated by the French. After losing his regular partner, FBI agent Richard Bullit (Merad) gets assigned to the book-learned cop Riper (Barroux) to investigate the death of a stripper. American movie stereotypes abound, such as shock jock Phil Canon (Gérard Darmon) and sheriff Steve Marley (Jean-Paul Rouve).

Little Indian, Big City

Mr. Marshal

1994

Stephen, an international trader, tracks down his ex-wife Patricia in some Amazonian backwater. He needs her consent to a divorce so that he can marry Charlotte. Unfortunately, he discovers a son he didn’t know he had – Mimi-Siku. The young jungle boy yearns to see Paris so Stephen reluctantly agrees to take him back home with him for a few days. How will Mimi-Siku react to life in the great metropolis?

Elle voit des nains partout !

le connétable

1982

La reine de France meurt en couche. Elle met au monde un petite fille prénommée Blanche-neige. Le roi deçu de n'avoir pas un fils est résolu à faire disparaître sa progéniture mais c'est sans compter sur la protection de nombreux personnages de la littérature enfantine : les fées, Tarzan, Robin des Bois ou d'autres encore...

King of Hearts

Academician (uncredited)

1966

An ornithologist mistaken for an explosives expert is sent alone into a small French town during WWI to investigate a garbled report from the resistance about a bomb which the departing Germans have set to blow up a weapons cache.

Quand tu seras débloqué... fais-moi signe !

Jean-Pierre

1981

Whilst driving through rural France, Antoine Bonfils comes across a community of babas - men and women who have turned their back on the modern commercialist world and live, free of constraints, as close to nature as they can. After a tiff with his girlfriend, he decides to swap his comfortable but empty life in Paris for a new life with the babas. Adapting to the new life-style proves to be far from easy...

Best Of Collaro - Coffret 3 DVD

Self

2004

You Won't Have Alsace-Lorraine

Le duc d'Ambise

1977

Whilst King Gros Pif I amuses himself at debauched banquets, his musketeers pursue their tax-collecting duties with a malicious zeal. Goaded by the court jester (who is also the Queen’s lover), the ministers decide to put an end to this regime and have the King locked up. Hearing the news, the famous Chevalier Blanc comes to his rescue. Aided by the knight and his cousin Lucienne, the King flees to Flanders, where he devises a scheme to win him back the throne of France...

Sweet and Sour

Un danseur de twist (uncredited)

1963

Gerard, a young man from a "good family" dreams of becoming an actor. To do this, he follows everywhere his sister Frédérique who is infatuated with cinéma vérité.

The Professional Secrets of Dr. Apfelgluck

Jean-Paul Tarade

1991

This series of sketches introduces doctor Apfelglück and four of his patients... and their rather peculiar and disturbing problems.

Les Bronzés, le père Noël, papy et les autres

Self

2003

Les Bronzés, le Père Noël, Papy et les autres....Discover or rediscover the emblematic scenes of these cult films that have crossed generations without getting old. Go behind the scenes of these unusual films through completely unpublished anecdotes and funny stories told by the authors themselves.

Marriage of the Century

Jonathan

1985

Princess Charlotte is scheduled to marry a boring duke, but before that event happens, Paul has taken a bet that he can seduce her. He does, profits from his act, and then falls in love with her. Meanwhile, the wedding with the duke is still planned, and it remains to be seen whether Paul will give in and give up.

Ça reste entre nous

Antoine Pichot

1998

Martin Lamotte made his directorial debut with this French comedy. Building contractor Patrick is unaware that Helene, his wife for 15 years, intends to celebrate their wedding anniversary with a surprise party. She's invited friends and relatives to spend the weekend at their blue house. Elsewhere down the road, at an identical blue house, Patrick and his other love, Elizabeth, the mother of his two-year-old daughter, are planning an engagement party for the son of their neighbor. Neither woman knows about the other, and this sticky situation requires Patrick to rush back and forth from one blue house to another throughout the evening. The story is told in flashback by Patrick -- from his hospital bed.

The Idols

Mr. Camel

1968

This satire concerns three French singing idols and their attempt to stay in the public eye. A press conference, backstage hedonism, psychedelia, manipulative managers and disc jockeys are portrayed as the pop culture is thoroughly and effectively lampooned in this independent feature.

Un grand cri d'amour

René

1998

A famous couple is going on stage after ten years of separation and hate.

L'Exercice du pouvoir

1978

At the turn of the century, an unusual woman refuses to become an object to be desired or played with. Instead she wants to succeed on the stage of politics in the Third Republic.

Le Jouet criminel

Le mari de la femme au foyer

1969

A couple abducts an "angel" for their entertainment, who will escape with the help of an old man.

Crew

Little Indian, Big City

Adaptation

1994

Elle voit des nains partout !

Writer

1982

Quand tu seras débloqué... fais-moi signe !

Writer

1981

The Professional Secrets of Dr. Apfelgluck

Writer

1991

This series of sketches introduces doctor Apfelglück and four of his patients... and their rather peculiar and disturbing problems.

Sous les pavés, la plage

Author

2000

Villa mon rêve

Scenario Writer

2001

Because they could no longer stand the xenophobic comments and behavior of their neighbors, Véronique and Sylvain Marchand, parents of a little girl and members of the Stop Racism organization, went into exile in a quiet suburban town, where they bought a house, the villa "Mon rêve". Soon after, the Dialo family, friendly Africans, moved into the adjoining house. At first, the two families get along perfectly. The only problem was that the Dialos organized many parties, which often ended late at night. The patience and understanding of the Marchands only delay the inevitable conflict.

Elle voit des nains partout...

Author

1995

The king is walking around, the queen is giving birth. To her great despair, however, she does not give birth to a valiant warrior, but to a frail little girl with a pale complexion. Being very pale and her mother being Persian, the child will be called Snow White. Having lost his wife during childbirth without having obtained the hoped-for son, the king decides to chase away the child, the maid and the constable. To top it all off, a wicked fairy decides to cast a spell on the young Snow White: she will be "sexually obsessed".