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Jean-Pierre Bernard

Jan 22, 1933 - Jul 07, 2017 (84 years old) in Paris, France

Jean-Pierre Bernard (22 January 1933 – 7 July 2017) was a French film, television and stage actor. He appeared in many French films over a 50-year period and became known internationally for his portrayal of a French climber named Jean-Paul Montaigne in the 1975 film The Eiger Sanction that was directed by and starred Clint Eastwood.

Bernard studied at the French National Academy of Dramatic Arts. His French language film appearances include: Adelaide (1968) directed by Jean-Daniel Simon, Le Soulier de satin (1985) directed by Manoel de Oliveira and Mon ami le traître (1988) directed by José Giovanni .

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Known For

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The Eiger Sanction
Montaigne
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The New Avengers
Bodyguard
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Police Commissioner Moulin
Me Langeaux
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A Business of Men
Jean Jousselin
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Brigade of Death
'Le Grec'
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The Satin Slipper
Don Camille
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Les Misérables
Champmathieu's lawyer
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Raphael or the Debauched One
Norville
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Mais toi, tu es Pierre
Thomas
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Requiem pour un caïd
Joseph Pinelli aka 'le Beau Jo'

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