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René Xavier Marie Alain Cuny (12 July 1908 – 16 May 1994) was a French actor of stage and screen. He was closely linked with the works of Paul Claudel and Antonin Artaud, and for his performances for the Théâtre national populaire and Odéon-Théâtre de France. His film work included collaborations with directors Marcel Carné, Louis Malle, Jean-Luc Godard, Federico Fellini, Michelangelo Antonioni, Francesco Rosi and Luis Buñuel. He was nominated for the César Award for Best Supporting Actor for the 1988 film Camille Claudel, and won the Joseph Plateau Lifetime Achievement Award in 1992.

Quick facts about Alain Cuny

  • Full name: Alain Cuny
  • Born: 1908-07-12
  • Nationality: France
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q334506

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Who is Alain Cuny?

René Xavier Marie Alain Cuny (12 July 1908 – 16 May 1994) was a French actor of stage and screen.

What nationality is Alain Cuny?

Alain Cuny is France.

When was Alain Cuny born?

Alain Cuny was born on 1908-07-12.

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