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Yves Barsacq
Yves Barsacq (17 June 1931 – 4 October 2015) was a prolific French film actor whose career spanned more than five decades, appearing in over 150 titles and earning a reputation as a reliable character actor in both comedy and drama. Born in Paris, France, he grew up immersed in the theatrical world; his father, Léon Barsacq, was a renowned French‑Russian production designer, and his uncle, André Barsacq, was a celebrated theatre director, providing Yves with early exposure to the arts and a deep appreciation for cinema. He made his screen debut in 1957 with “Amour de poche” and quickly became a familiar face in French cinema, taking on a wide variety of supporting roles that showcased his versatility and impeccable timing. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Barsacq featured in notable films such as “Pouic‑Pouic” (1963), “Angélique, Marquise des Anges” (1964), and the iconic Jacques Tati masterpiece “Play Time” (1967), where his subtle comedic flair added depth to the ensemble. He also appeared in popular comedies like “Le Gendarme se marie” (1968) and “Le Gendarme en balade” (1970), cementing his status as a beloved presence in French popular culture. In the later stages of his career, Barsacq continued to work on television projects, including the legal drama “Julien Fontanes, magistrat” (1981), and lent his talent to animated features such as “Princes et princesses” (2000). His dedication to the craft persisted until his final screen appearance in 2013, a testament to his enduring passion for acting. Yves Barsacq’s legacy endures through the countless characters he brought to life, reflecting a lifetime of commitment to French cinema and an indelible impact on audiences worldwide.
Biography, Career & Filmography
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Given Name: Yves Barsacq
Born: Paris, France
Citizenship: French
Birthday: June 17, 1931
Occupations: Actor
Years Active: 1957-2013
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Movies Featuring Yves Barsacq
Fantastic Planet
Yoru no tobari no monogatari: Samenai yume
Ivan Tsarevitch and the Changing Princess
Princes and Princesses
Cédric
L’Opération Corned Beef
The Secret of the Unicorn
The Blue Lotus
The Black Island
The Calculus Affair
Faster, Faster
Red Rackham’s Treasure
How Did You Get In? We Didn’t See You Leave
The Wolf at the Door
Asterix in Britain
Icare
Asterix vs. Caesar
The Princess of Diamonds
Cigars of the Pharaoh
Asterix vs. Caesar
The Princess of Diamonds
Tintin in America
Pasha
F as in Fairbanks
Angelique
The Annuity
Action Man
The Upper Hand
Dandelions by the Roots
Le Cri du cormoran, le soir au-dessus des jonques
King Ottokar’s Sceptre
Le Concierge
The Castafiore Emerald
Impossible Is Not French
The Devil and the Ten Commandments
Destination Moon
Squeak-squeak
Explorers on the Moon
To Die of Love
She No Longer Talks, She Shoots
Tomorrow Is My Turn
A Strange Kind of Colonel
The Seventh Juror
Elise, or Real Life
Women Are Weak
The Christmas Tree
Katia
A Girl in a Pocket
Prisoners of the Sun
PlayTime
Tintin and the Picaros
The Tattoo
A Monkey’s Tale
Land of Black Gold
The Red Sea Sharks
Father’s Trip
Brigade Anti Gangs
Blake and Mortimer
The Mask of the Gorilla
The Broken Ear
The Cat
The Marvelous Visit
The Toy
Bloodline
Too Many Lovers
Les Liaisons dangereuses
Charlots Go to Spain
Career Timeline
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1992
Tintin in America
Dupont (voice)
King Ottokar’s Sceptre
Dupont (voice)
The Castafiore Emerald
Dupont (voice)
Destination Moon
Dupont (voice)
Explorers on the Moon
Dupont (voice)
Prisoners of the Sun
Dupont (voice)
Tintin and the Picaros
Dupont (voice)
Land of Black Gold
Dupont (voice)
The Red Sea Sharks
Dupont (voice)
The Broken Ear
Dupont (voice)
1991
L’Opération Corned Beef
Le majordome de l'Élysée (uncredited)
The Secret of the Unicorn
Dupont (voice)
The Blue Lotus
Dupont (voice)
The Black Island
Dupont (voice)
The Calculus Affair
Dupont (voice)
Red Rackham’s Treasure
Dupont (voice)
Cigars of the Pharaoh
Dupont (voice)
1972
The Annuity
Un officier de gendarmerie
She No Longer Talks, She Shoots
Second inspector
Charlots Go to Spain
Robert Leplat
1971
Le Cri du cormoran, le soir au-dessus des jonques
Sam, bettor
To Die of Love
l'ami
The Cat
Architect
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