Writing

Jean-Michel Gaillard

Born May 16, 1946 · Pont-Saint-Esprit, Gard, France

Died July 19, 2005 · aged 59

Jean-Michel Gaillard (May 16, 1946, Pont-Sant-Esprit in Gard, France – July 19, 2005, Paris) was a high-ranking French official. He was, most notably, director general of Antenne 2 (now France 2), from 1989 to 1991. He was a student of the École normale supérieure de Saint-Cloud, where he received a doctorate in history. As a politician he was a militant socialist, aligned with the likes of Franç…

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EmergenceEmergence · 2006
Emergence
8.02006
MovieAnimation
In an uncertain time and place, a group of animated shy rock cubes come out from the anonymity of their quarry to mate. Powerful and indescribable forces made them move towards others in the sky, in a sort of dance that attracts some cubes to others, until those compatible latch on each other and produce a fresh new rock cube.
Leclerc, a dream of IndochinaLeclerc, a dream of Indochina · 2004
Leclerc, a dream of Indochina
7.02004
MovieHistoryWar
In Hanoi, a French couple who had come to adopt a baby met Maï, an old woman who had a love affair with a French officer in 1945. She tells how, sent by de Gaulle to restore order, Leclerc negotiates with Ho Chi Minh, against the advice of d'Argenlieu, the high commissioner.
Van GoghVan Gogh · 1991
Van Gogh
6.71991
MovieDramaHistory
After leaving the asylum, Vincent van Gogh settles in the home of Doctor Gachet, where he keeps painting amidst the torments of his failing mental health. He begins an affair with his host’s daughter, however, she soon realizes that he doesn’t love her and that his heart beats only for art.
Jules FerryJules Ferry · 1993
Jules Ferry
1993
MovieDramaTV Movie
The romanticized life story of lawyer and journalist Jules Ferry, who fought for the freedom of citizens.
Un type bienUn type bien · 1991
Un type bien
3.31991
MovieComedy
Tonton (aged 59, with a weak heart), drives his taxi by day. By night, his nephew Jules takes the wheel. They adore each other. This evening, however, Tonton is celebrating his sixtieth birthday in the bar on the corner; for the first time ever, Jules misses the celebration. Tonton doesn't hold it against him though, since Jules -30 and still a virgin- has at last fallen for a woman. The night before she fell asleep in his cab. Not wanting to wake her, the young man left the meter running and dropped off in turn. By dawn, the beautiful passenger had fled without leaving an address...and without paying the bill.
Léon Blum : Thérèse et LéonLéon Blum : Thérèse et Léon · 2001
Léon Blum : Thérèse et Léon
9.02001
MovieDramaTV Movie
In 1936, the political and marital tribulations of Léon Blum, elected President of the Council at the head of the Popular Front.
Les Enfants du printempsLes Enfants du printemps · 2000
Les Enfants du printemps
2000
SeriesDramaFamily

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