Pierre Bénichou
1938–2020 (age 82)
Biography
Pierre Bénichou was celebrated for his wit and skill as a screenwriter whose scripts came alive with warmth and sharp social observation. He moved comfortably between satire and heartfelt storytelling, earning peers' admiration and audiences’ lasting affection.
His thoughtful contributions to French culture earned him a prominent place among the literary circles of Paris, and his resting place at Montparnasse Cemetery reflects the esteem in which he was held.