In the Shadow of Women

Philippe Garrel was born in 1948 in Paris, France. Began his film career early, directing and writing his first films while still a teenager. Influenced by Jean-Luc Godard and the Velvet Underground, he directed La Cicatrice intérieure (1971). In 1991, he won a Silver Lion for his film J’entends Plus la Guitare. Night Wind was nominated for a Golden Lion in 1999. Two years later, Wild Innocence was nominated for a Golden Lion and won the FIPRESCI Prize. His 2005 film, Regular Lovers, won the Silver Lion for Best Director. He has directed more than 25 films.