About
Carlos Vilardebó was a Franco-Portuguese film director and screenwriter known for his work in documentary and short films. After studying in Paris, he began his career as an assistant director for notable filmmakers such as Jacques Becker, Julien Duvivier, and Agnès Varda. Vilardebó directed several acclaimed short films, including La petite cuillère (1960), which explores the cultural significance of a spoon in ancient Egyptian rituals. He also directed Calder's Circus (1961), a documentary capturing Alexander Calder's miniature circus performances. His work is characterized by a keen interest in art and culture, often highlighting the intersection of visual art and film.
Filmography
Les Gouaches de Sandy1973 · Director
Le volet1972 · Director
Prière aux Masques - De Léopold Sedar Senghor1972 · Director
Une statuette1970 · Director
Accumulation d'Arman1969 · Director
À Saint-Paul-de-Vence, la Fondation Maeght1966 · Director
Les Mobiles1966 · Director
Enchanted Isles1965 · Director, Writer
Véronique ou les Jeunes Filles1963 · Director
Bilan d'un jour1961 · Director
Calder's Circus1961 · Director
The Saga of the Sun1960 · Director
Naissance de mille villages1960 · Director
The Little Spoon1960 · Director
Les Serviteurs de la Brousse1959 · Director
Sahara brut 581958 · Director
L'Eau et la Pierre1958 · Director
To Live1958 · Director
Les Planteurs du Mungo1957 · Director
La Pointe Courte1956 · Assistant Director