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Georges Lampin

Born
Oct 14, 1901 · Aged 77
Died
May 8, 1979
Place of birth
Санкт-Петербург, Россия
Gender
Male
Movie credits
1
TV credits
0
Directing credits
12

Biography

Georges Lampin was a French actor and film director whose career spanned from the 1920s to the 1960s. Born in Saint Petersburg, Russia, he emigrated to France and began his career as an actor, appearing in films such as Carmen (1926) and Napoleon (1927). Transitioning to directing, Lampin helmed films like The Idiot (1946), an adaptation of Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel, and Crime and Punishment (1956). His work often explored complex psychological themes and showcased his ability to adapt literary works to the screen. Lampin's contributions to French cinema are noted for their depth and…