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Mr. Oscar / Banker / Beggar / Father / Accordionist / Killer

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Acting
Denis Lavant (born June 17, 1961) is a French film actor known for his distinctive face and the physically demanding aspects of the roles he plays, which often involve slapstick, acrobatics or dance, as well as for his long-standing association with director Leos Carax. Lavant has played the lead role in all but one of Carax's films. Lavant is also known for his starring roles in Claire Denis' Beau Travail and Harmony Korine's Mister Lonely, which features Carax in a supporting role.
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143 acting credits · Includes cameos and other appearances where listed.

Mr. Oscar / Banker / Beggar / Father / Accordionist / Killer

Alfred

Maillard

Salamano

Six-Soux

Galoup

Fourier

Ernst

Merde' (segment "Merde")

Kamal

Alex

Monsieur Merde

Gérard

Marat

The Theologist

Silence

Cast

Barman

Wanderer

Karl-Ludwig

Climby

Montparnasse

Self

Alex

Stephane

Fisherman Poet

(Archive footage)

Simon Lerner's patient

Charlie Chaplin

Elliot

Pierrot

Cast

Jules

Cast

Cast

(voice)

L'inquisiteur

Jack

Ryu

Doctor de Chomo

Cast

Caviar delivery man