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Jean-Pierre Dardenne

Jean-Pierre Dardenne

Director & actor · born 21 April 1951 · Engis, Wallonia, Belgium

Brothers Jean-Pierre Dardenne (born 21 April 1951) and Luc Dardenne (born 10 March 1954), collectively referred to as the Dardenne brothers, are a Belgian filmmaking duo. They write, produce, and direct their films together.

The Dardennes began making narrative and documentary films in the late 1970s. They came to international attention in the mid-1990s with La Promesse (The Promise). They won their first major international film prize when Rosetta won the Palme d'Or at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival. Their work tends to reflect left-wing themes and points-of-view.

Where to start: The Kid with a Bike (2011).

As director 21

As actor 12

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Jean-Pierre Dardenne movie?

By viewer score, The Kid with a Bike (2011) at 7.1/10.

What are Jean-Pierre Dardenne’s most popular movies?

Two Days, One Night, The Kid with a Bike, The Unknown Girl.

How many movies has Jean-Pierre Dardenne made?

33 films on TMDB, 21 as director, 12 as actor.

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