Born in Belgium in 1936, filmmaker became Brazilian in 1964 and left an indelible mark in the country’s culture; trajectory covered several areas of cinema, including criticism, acting, direction and writing
Jean-Claude Bernardet, an emblematic figure, died in Sao Paulo at the age of 88, after complications arising from one. He also faced the fight against prostate cancer. The filmmaker’s funeral will be held at the Brazilian Cinematheque, a space that he has valued so much throughout his life. Born in 1936, Bernardet was naturalized Brazilian in 1964 and left an indelible mark in the country’s culture, being responsible for memorable works such as “the case of the brothers”. Its trajectory covered several areas of cinema, including criticism, acting, direction and writing, as well as its performance as an educator.
The filmmaker worked at the Brazilian Cinematheque and was one of the founders of Cineclub at Dom Vital Center, where he began to develop his cinematic criticism. He also taught at the University of Brasilia and the University of São Paulo, where he retired during the period of the military dictatorship. Throughout his career, he has published 25 books, including “Brazil in Cinema Time” and “People’s Filmmakers and Images”.
The Brazilian Cinematheque expressed its regret for the loss of Bernardet, highlighting its relevance in the history of Brazilian cinema. The Brazilian Film Critics Association also spoke, remembering the impact of his work, especially the book “Bernardet 80: Impact and Influence on Brazilian Cinema”. The filmmaker Anna Muylaert paid tribute to the legacy left by him, highlighting her invaluable contribution to the culture of Brazil.
Published by Felipe Dantas
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