Biografia

Member of the jury at the Berlin International Film Festival 1994

Became a television series director in 1967 ("Périscope" and "En toutes lettres").

Turned his talents to journalism in 1965, writing for the "Nouvel Observateur" and "Combat" while also working on the "Les Femmes aussi", "Dim Dam Dom" and "En toutes lettres" series for the ORTF French broadcasting service (1964-1966).

Was a member of the Académie des Beaux Arts (Academy of Fine Arts, one of the five academies of the Institut de France) since 2002.

Was named president of the SACD board of directors (2005-2006).