About
Guy Casaril was a French film director, screenwriter, and non-fiction writer. He began his career as an assistant director before making his directorial debut with L'Astragale (1968), an adaptation of Albertine Sarrazin's novel. Casaril directed several films, including Les Novices (1970), starring Brigitte Bardot and Annie Girardot, and Piaf (1974), a biopic about Édith Piaf. His films are noted for their narrative clarity and engagement with contemporary themes. Casaril's contributions to French cinema have left a lasting impact on the industry's artistic direction.
Filmography
Emilienne1975 · Director
Piaf1974 · Director
The Beguines1972 · Director, Screenplay
The Legend of Frenchie King1971 · Screenplay
The Novices1970 · Director, Writer
Ankle Bone1968 · Screenplay, Director
Pitchi-Poï ou La parole donnée1967 · Director
Il faut que je tue monsieur Rumann1966 · Director, Writer
La bête noire1956 · Assistant Director