
Georges-Henri Denys Arcand CC GOQ (born June 25, 1941) is a French-Canadian film director, screenwriter and producer based in Montreal, who crafts deeply personal and thought-provoking films, earning international acclaim. His career began with features like "Une Maudite Galette" (1972) and "Gina" (1975), exploring diverse narratives. "The Decline of the American Empire" (1986) depicted Quebecois intellectuals tackling issues of sexuality, success, and intimacy, winning critical acclaim, nine Genies, and a Cannes Fipresci prize.
"Jesus of Montreal" delved into the lives of Montreal artists portraying biblical figures, blending day-to-day struggles with religious performances. Arcand's film "Stardom" satirized fame, closing Cannes 2000 and opening TIFF, a rare honour for Canadian cinema. "The Barbarian Invasions," a sequel to his earlier work, earned Arcand an Oscar, Cannes prizes, French Cesars, and Quebec Jutra awards, solidifying his cinematic legacy.

Good Men
2024 · as Self

Barney's Version
2010 · as Maitre'D at Ritz

The Barbarian Invasions
2003 · as Unionist (uncredited)

Léolo
1992 · as Director

Forgotten Flowers
2019 · as Captain

Jesus of Montreal
1989 · as Juge

The Private Life of Cinema
2011 · as self

Stealing Alice
2016

From Office to Box-Office
2009 · as Denys Arcand

Le cri du rhinocéros
2018 · as Self

Montreal Stories
1991 · as Denys Arcand

Kiss Me With All Your Love
2016 · as Édouard Montpetit

Weird Sex and Snowshoes: A Trek Through the Canadian Cinematic Psyche
2004 · as Self

Réjeanne Padovani
1973 · as Sam Tannebaum's Bodyguard (uncredited)

La Tête de Normande St-Onge
1975 · as Jean-Paul

Night Zoo
1987 · as Man at peep-show

Shooting Star
2005 · as Propriétaire du bar

The Black Sheep
1992 · as Self