Jean-Pierre Bastid
Jean-Pierre Bastid is a French writer, director, and screenwriter recognized for his work in film and literature. After studying at the Institut des hautes études cinématographiques (IDHEC), he began his career as an assistant to Jean Cocteau on Le Testament d'Orphée (1960) and worked with Nicholas Ray. Bastid directed several films, including Massacre of Pleasure (1966), which faced censorship in France. He co-wrote the novel Laissez bronzer les cadavres! (1971) with Jean-Patrick Manchette, marking a revival in French noir fiction. Bastid also co-wrote the screenplay for Dupont Lajoie (1975), directed by Yves Boisset. His work spans various genres and mediums, reflecting his versatility and commitment to storytelling.
- Title: Jean-Pierre Bastid
- Popularity: 3.651
- Known For: Writing
- Birthday: 1937-02-04
- Place of Birth: Montreuil-sous-Bois, Seine-Saint-Denis, Île-de-France, France
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- Also Known As: Roy Kormon
