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Jean-Baptiste Andrea

b. 1971

French film director and screenwriter

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Born 1971. Jean-Baptiste Andrea is a French novelist, screenwriter, film director, writer and director.

Jean-Baptiste Andrea (born 4 April 1971) is a French novelist, film director and screenwriter.

Biography He grew up in Cannes, where he started making short films. He later moved to Paris and graduated in political science and economics. In Paris, he met Fabrice Canepa, and the two of them began writing films together. Together, they wrote and directed the cult horror film Dead End.

His debut novel, Ma Reine (My Queen), was published in 2017 and won a dozen awards, including Best French Debut Novel and the Students Femina. His third novel, Des diables et des saints (Devils and Saints), also received multiple awards, including the Grand Prix RTL-Lire, and Watching Over Her obtained the prestigious Prix Goncourt in 2023.

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Important facts

Born
4 April 1971, Saint-Germain-en-Laye
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Novelist, screenwriter, film director, writer, director
Nationality
France
Education
Paris Institute of Political Studies, Stanislas Institute, ESCP Business School
Awards
Prix Femina des lycéens; Prix du Premier Roman; Grand prix RTL-Lire; Prix Littéraire Livres & Musiques de Deauville; Prix Goncourt; Prix du roman Fnac; Prix Alain-Fournier; Paulée de Meursault Prize; Prix Ouest France - Étonnants voyageurs

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jean-Baptiste Andrea?

French film director and screenwriter

When was Jean-Baptiste Andrea born?

Jean-Baptiste Andrea was born on 4 April 1971 in Saint-Germain-en-Laye.

What is Jean-Baptiste Andrea's occupation?

Jean-Baptiste Andrea is a novelist, screenwriter, film director, writer and director.

What nationality is Jean-Baptiste Andrea?

Jean-Baptiste Andrea is French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jean-Baptiste Andrea

· Wikidata: Q3163830

· DBpedia: Jean-Baptiste Andrea

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