François Berléand is a highly regarded French actor with a career that spans more than four decades with more than 180 films. Berléand initially began his career in the theater, but it was his transition to film that made him gain widespread recognition with roles such as Au revoir les enfants (1987), Milou en mai (1990), Ma petite entreprise (César for the Best Supporting Actor, 2000), Mon Idole (César nomination for the Best Actor, 2003) and Les Choristes (César for the Best Supporting Actor, 2005), Le Concert (2009). François Berléand remains one of the most respected figures in French cinema and television. In 2024, he features in the play La Note with Sophie Marceau.
The discussion will be in French.
Hosted by Dr Michaël Abecassis with Yannick Joseph, Ursula Gerhard, Jamie Hopkins, James Maloney, Tia Patel, Sarah Pellé, Ysaline Rossi, Hollie Simpson, Caitlin Russell.
Contact: michael.abecassis@mod-langs.ox.ac.uk