Biography
René Gainville was a Hungarian-born French film director, screenwriter, and producer. Born René Jacques Froc de Géninville in Budapest, he moved to Paris after World War II and began his film career. Gainville directed films such as Le démoniaque (1968), L'homme de Mykonos (1966), and Le complot (1973), which depicted the Organisation armée secrète's efforts during the Algerian War. He was married to actress Edith Vignaud, known by her stage name Anne Vernon. Gainville's films often explored political and social themes, characterized by their intense narratives and attention to detail.
Directed 7
1970s
- 1979
The Associate
Director
- 1975
Le pensionnat et ses intimités
Director
- 1973
- 1970
Alyse et Chloé
Director
1960s
- 1969
A Young Couple
Director
- 1968
The Woman Is a Stranger
Director
- 1966
The Man From Mykonos
Director
Wrote 6
1970s
- 1979
The Associate
Screenplay, Adaptation
- 1973
- 1970
Alyse et Chloé
Adaptation
1960s
- 1969
A Young Couple
Writer
- 1968
The Woman Is a Stranger
Screenplay
- 1966
The Man From Mykonos
Screenplay
Produced 1
1970s
- 1979
The Associate
Producer