Serge Roullet

Personal Info

Known For Director

Gender Male

Birthday 1926-07-06

Deathday 2023-02-14 (96 years old)

Place of Birth Bordeaux, Gironde, France

Serge Roullet

Biography

Serge Roullet was a French film director and screenwriter known for his thought-provoking works. Born in Bordeaux, he experienced a tumultuous adolescence during the German occupation of France in World War II. At 20, Roullet committed to a career in cinema, undertaking various roles to master the art of filmmaking. He served as an assistant director to Robert Bresson on The Trial of Joan of Arc (1962), which significantly influenced his minimalist style. Roullet's directorial debut, The Wall (1967), adapted from Jean-Paul Sartre's short story, was entered into the 17th Berlin International Film Festival. His filmography includes Benito Cereno (1971), based on Herman Melville's novella, and Le Voyage étranger (1992). Roullet's films are characterized by their philosophical depth and exploration of human freedom.

Known For

Director

2008
Avoue que tu mens

as Director

1992
1974
1971
Benito Cereno

as Director

1967
The Wall

as Director

1963
The Trial of Joan of Arc

as First Assistant Director

1948
Louisiana Story

as Assistant Director

Writer

2008
Avoue que tu mens

as Screenplay

1992
1971
Benito Cereno

as Writer

1967
The Wall

as Writer

Crew

2008
Avoue que tu mens

as Cinematography

1971
Jupiter

as Technical Advisor

Producer

2008
Avoue que tu mens

as Producer

Actor