Henri Decoin
1890–1969 (age 79)
Biography
Henri Decoin (1890-1969) was a screenwriter and filmmaker whose narratives blended suspense, humanity, and a sharp eye for modern life. From his early journalism to his cinematic achievements, he brought characters to the screen with depth and vitality.
His collaborations helped shape French cinema, and his legacy endures in stories that still speak to contemporary audiences; he rests at the cimetière de Chaufour-lès-Bonnières.