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Jean-Dominique de la Rochefoucauld

Actor, Writer, Director, Additional Credits
Born June 30, 1931Died February 2, 2011 (79 years)
Jean‑Dominique de La Rochefoucauld (1931–2011) was a French screenwriter and director, recognized as one of the key figures of historical television drama. A frequent collaborator of Roberto Rossellini (The Taking of Power by Louis XIV, Socrates, Blaise Pascal), he later created his own landmark works, including Richelieu ou la Journée des dupes and L’An Mil. Known for his rigorous research and clear, educational storytelling, he left a lasting mark on French cultural television. He was the father of actress Sophie de La Rochefoucauld and director Claire de La Rochefoucauld.

Known For

  • Blaise Pascal
  • Socrates
  • Acts of the Apostles
  • The Last Five Minutes

Filmography

1990
Six crimes sans assassin · as Le Médecin De Charasse
1974
1972
Blaise Pascal · as Padre Noel
1970
Socrates · as Fedro

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