Michel Etcheverry

Born: 1919-12-16

Birthplace: Saint-Jean-de-Luz, France

Biography

Michel Etcheverry was a French actor. First a teacher, he began his career in the theater as a stage manager, then joined the troupe of Louis Jouvet. He entered the Comédie-Française in 1961, was named member in 1964, honorary member in 1984. His repertoire includes many tragedies from the classical repertoire. His austere physique, his deep voice and the rigor of his acting serve the tragic repertoire as well as contemporary drama. He participated in numerous films and television programs.

Known For

Eyes Without a Face
Is Paris Burning?
The Milky Way
I... for Icarus
Michael Strogoff
Tomorrow Is My Turn
Élisa
Our Agent Tiger
Famous Love Affairs
Woman in Chains

Top Movie Credits

Eyes Without a Face Doctor Lherminier, forensic surgeon
Is Paris Burning? Prefect Luizet
The Milky Way The Inquisitor
I... for Icarus Frédéric Heiniger
Michael Strogoff General Krisloff
Élisa President
Our Agent Tiger (uncredited)
Famous Love Affairs Gaspard Bernauer, barbier, le père d'Agnès