François Truffaut

François Truffaut

François Roland Truffaut (February 6, 1932 – October 21, 1984) was an influential film critic and filmmaker and one of the founders of the French New Wave. In a film career lasting over a quarter of a century, he remains an icon of the French film industry. He was also a screenwriter, producer, and actor working on over twenty-five films. Along with Jean-Luc Godard, Truffaut was one of the most influential figures of the French New Wave, inspiring directors such as Steven Spielberg, Quentin Tarantino, Brian De Palma, Martin Scorsese and Wes Anderson.

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François Truffaut Movies

Discover the best François Truffaut movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring François Truffaut ranked by year and score.

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Close Encounters of the Third Kind

Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977)

Drama Science Fiction
After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.
Score 7.3

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According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles starring François Truffaut are Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
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Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 1 titles starring François Truffaut, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
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