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Émile-Bernard Donatien

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Émile-Bernard Donatien
Born20 June 1887
Paris, France
Died8 November 1955
Appoigny, France
Occupation(s)Actor, writer, director
Years active1919–1932 (film)

Émile-Bernard Donatien (1887–1955) was a French actor, writer, set designer and film director. Born Emile Wessbecher to Alsatian parents in Paris, he was often credited simply as Donatien. He retired from cinema in 1932, devoting himself to sculpting and painting. He was married to the actress Lucienne Legrand with whom he frequently worked.[1]

Selected filmography

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References

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  1. ^ Rège p.331

Bibliography

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  • Rège, Philippe. Encyclopedia of French Film Directors, Volume 1. Scarecrow Press, 2009.
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