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Jean-François Laguionie

Jean-François Laguionie

Director & actor · born 4 October 1939 · Besançon, France

Jean-François Laguionie (born October 10, 1939 in Besançon) is a French animator, film director and producer of animation.

Laguionie was originally interested in theatre but his encounter with Paul Grimault gave him the opportunity to learn the techniques of animated film. Though they were very close to each other, Paul Grimault and Jean-François Laguionie rarely worked together (though Grimault produced Laguionie's first three shorts).

Where to start: A Boat in the Garden (2025).

As director 17

As actor 3

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Jean-François Laguionie movie?

By viewer score, A Boat in the Garden (2025) at 6.7/10.

What are Jean-François Laguionie’s most popular movies?

The Painting, The Painting, Louise by the Shore.

How many movies has Jean-François Laguionie made?

20 films on TMDB, 17 as director, 3 as actor.

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