Édouard Luntz

Born

1931-08-08

Died

2009-02-26

Birthplace

La Baule-Escoublac, Loire-Atlantique, France

Biography

Édouard Luntz was a French film director and screenwriter recognized for his work in the 1960s and early 1970s. He directed nine films between 1959 and 1973, including Les coeurs verts (1966), which was entered into the 16th Berlin International Film Festival, and Le dernier saut (1970), which was entered into the 1970 Cannes Film Festival. Luntz's filmography also includes ...Enfants des courants d'air (1959), Le silence (1960), Insolites et clandestins (1961), Bon pour le service (1963), L'escalier (1964), L'humeur vagabonde (1972), and Le grabuge (1973). His films often explored social issues and were noted for their realistic portrayal of contemporary life.