French Filmmaker Jean-Paul Rappeneau Dies at 94
Jean-Paul Rappeneau, the French film director and screenwriter best known for his 1990 adaptation of Edmond Rostand's play 'Cyrano de Bergerac', died on Tuesday, September 1, at the age of 94. His son announced the death on Wednesday. Rappeneau directed only eight films during his career, but worked with some of France's biggest stars. 'Cyrano de Bergerac' starred Gérard Depardieu in the title role and won ten César Awards, including Best Film, in 1991. Rappeneau's other notable works include 'The Horseman on the Roof' (1995) and 'Bon Voyage' (2003). He was known for his meticulous approach to filmmaking and his ability to bring classic French literature to the screen. His death marks the loss of a significant figure in French cinema.
Key facts
- Jean-Paul Rappeneau died on September 1, 2026, at age 94.
- He was the director of 'Cyrano de Bergerac' (1990).
- The film won 10 César Awards including Best Film in 1991.
- Gérard Depardieu starred in 'Cyrano de Bergerac'.
- Rappeneau directed only eight films.
- He worked with major French stars.
- His son announced his death on Wednesday.
- He was also known for 'The Horseman on the Roof' and 'Bon Voyage'.
Entities
Artists
- Jean-Paul Rappeneau
- Gérard Depardieu
- Yves Montand
- Jean-Paul Belmondo
- Isabelle Adjani
- Catherine Deneuve
- Edmond Rostand
- Louis Malle
- Philippe Noiret
- Pierre Brasseur
- Marlène Jobert
- Alain Souchon
- Olivier Martinez
- Juliette Binoche
- Mathieu Amalric
- Karin Viard
- Marine Vacth
- Julien Rappeneau
- Martin Rappeneau
- Claude-Lise Cornely
- François Truffaut
- Jean Giono
- Emmanuel Carrère
Institutions
- RFI
- César Awards
- Cannes Film Festival
- Golden Globes
- Oscars
- Agence France-Presse
- Paris Match
- Lumière Film Festival
Locations
- France
- Auxerre
- Yonne
- Paris
- Lyon