About
Thierry Lhermitte, born November 24, 1952 in Boulogne-Billancourt, is a French actor, director and producer. Co-founder of the Splendid troupe in the 1970s, he became known with cult comedies such as Les Bronzés (1978) and Le Père Noël est une ordure (1982). He starred in the Ripoux trilogy (1984-2003) and achieved great success with Un Indien dans la ville (1994). His performance in Le Dîner de cons (1998) was acclaimed by critics. He is also active as a screenwriter and producer, with over a hundred film and television roles since 1974.
* 1952-11-24
Major works
- Les Bronzés (1978)film
- Le Père Noël est une ordure (1982)film
- Les Ripoux (1984)film
- Un Indien dans la ville (1994)film
- Le Dîner de cons (1998)film
Key milestones
- 1970sCo-founded the Splendid troupe with Christian Clavier, Gérard Jugnot, Michel Blanc, Josiane Balasko and Marie-Anne Chazel.
- 1981Received the Prix Jean Gabin for Clara et les Chics Types.
- 2001Appointed Chevalier of the Legion of Honour.
Themes
comedyfriendshipsocial satireabsurdityslapstick
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