Actor
Michel Gondry
- Born: 8 May 1963, Versailles, France
- Estimated net worth: $10 million
Michel Gondry is a French filmmaker known for his distinctive style and inventive storytelling. He gained recognition for films such as 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' and 'The Science of Sleep.' Gondry's work often features surreal visuals and a…
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About Michel Gondry
Michel Gondry is a French filmmaker known for his distinctive style and inventive storytelling. He gained recognition for films such as 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' and 'The Science of Sleep.' Gondry's work often features surreal visuals and a dreamlike quality, establishing him as a unique voice in contemporary cinema.
- Born
- 8 May 1963, Versailles, France
- Known for
- Directing
- Height
- 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
- Spouses
- Gilles Deleuze (2003-present)
- Children
- 1 child, name not publicly known
- Parents
- Jacques Gondry, Évelyne Gondry
- Estimated net worth
- $10 million
Fun facts about Michel Gondry
- Michel Gondry began his career as a music video director, creating iconic videos for artists like Björk and The White Stripes.
- He has a background in visual arts, which heavily influences his film style and innovative techniques.
Famous Michel Gondry quotes
“I’m not a person who likes to analyze things.”
“I think the best way to create is to create for yourself.”
“Life is like a movie, only you can’t rewind it.”
Michel Gondry filmography
Cast (37)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | At Work Movie | Customer in the sock | 6.5 |
| 2026 | At Work Movie | Sock Customer | 6.5 |
| 2024 | In Bed with Michel Gondry Movie | Himself - subject, director | 6.0 |
| 2023 | Michel Gondry: Do It Yourself Movie | Self - Filmmaker | 7.5 |
| 2023 | The Many Faces of Jim Carrey Movie | Self (Archive Footage) | 7.2 |
| 2021 | The Méliès Mystery Movie | Self | 6.9 |
| 2020 | Marcel Duchamp: The Art of the Possible Movie | Self - Filmmaker | 6.0 |
| 2017 | Blockbuster Movie | Himself | 5.6 |
| 2015 | Animeland: Racconti tra manga, anime e cosplay Movie | Himself | 5.0 |
| 2015 | Daft Punk Unchained Movie | Self | 7.2 |
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Crew (85)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Maya, Give Me Another Title Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 5.1 |
| 2025 | Maya, Give Me Another Title Movie | Director · Directing | 5.1 |
| 2024 | Maya, Give Me a Title Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 5.7 |
| 2024 | Maya, Give Me a Title Movie | Director · Directing | 5.7 |
| 2023 | The Book of Solutions Movie | Director · Directing | 5.9 |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Book of Solutions Movie | Writer · Writing | 5.9 |
| 2020 | A Short Visit to My College Movie | Director · Directing | 3.3 |
| 2020 | Boris Vian Opened My Eyes and Broke My Back Movie | Writer · Writing | 1.0 |
| 2020 | Boris Vian Opened My Eyes and Broke My Back Movie | Cinematography · Crew | 1.0 |
| 2020 | Boris Vian Opened My Eyes and Broke My Back Movie | Director · Directing | 1.0 |
| 2018 | Night of the Scorpio Movie | Creator · Crew | 3.0 |
| 2018 | Our Infinity Movie | Director · Directing | 5.0 |
| 2018 | Kidding TV | Director · Directing | 7.6 |
| 2018 | Kidding TV | Executive Producer · Production | 7.6 |
| 2017 | Détour Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 5.8 |
| 2017 | Détour Movie | Director · Directing | 5.8 |
| 2015 | Microbe and Gasoline Movie | Writer · Writing | 6.1 |
| 2015 | Microbe and Gasoline Movie | Director · Directing | 6.1 |
| 2013 | Is the Man Who Is Tall Happy? Movie | Producer · Production | 6.9 |
| 2013 | Is the Man Who Is Tall Happy? Movie | Director · Directing | 6.9 |
| 2013 | Is the Man Who Is Tall Happy? Movie | Writer · Writing | 6.9 |
| 2013 | Is the Man Who Is Tall Happy? Movie | Animation · Visual Effects | 6.9 |
| 2013 | Mood Indigo Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 6.1 |
| 2013 | Mood Indigo Movie | Director · Directing | 6.1 |
| 2012 | Haircut Mouse Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 2012 | The We and the I Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 5.3 |
| 2012 | The We and the I Movie | Director · Directing | 5.3 |
| 2011 | Taxi Driver Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 2011 | Jean Vigo Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 2011 | The Green Hornet Movie | Director · Directing | 5.6 |
| 2009 | The Thorn in the Heart Movie | Writer · Writing | 5.9 |
| 2009 | The Thorn in the Heart Movie | Director · Directing | 5.9 |
| 2009 | How to Blow Up a Helicopter (Ayako's Story) Movie | Director · Directing | 7.5 |
| 2008 | My New New York Diary Movie | Director · Directing | 4.0 |
| 2008 | Tokyo! Movie | Director · Directing | 6.9 |
| 2008 | Tokyo! Movie | Writer · Writing | 6.9 |
| 2008 | Passaic Mosaic Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 1.0 |
| 2008 | Radiohead: The Best Of Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 2008 | Be Kind Rewind Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 6.3 |
| 2008 | Be Kind Rewind Movie | Director · Directing | 6.3 |
| 2008 | Be Kind Rewind Movie | Producer · Production | 6.3 |
| 2007 | Flight of the Conchords TV | Director · Directing | 8.0 |
| 2007 | The Science of Sleep - Film B Movie | Director · Directing | 7.7 |
| 2007 | Gondry Solves Rubik’s Cube With His Nose Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 2006 | The Science of Sleep Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 7.0 |
| 2006 | The Science of Sleep Movie | Director · Directing | 7.0 |
| 2006 | The Science of Sleep Movie | Producer · Production | 7.0 |
| 2005 | Dave Chappelle's Block Party Movie | Producer · Production | 6.8 |
| 2005 | Dave Chappelle's Block Party Movie | Director · Directing | 6.8 |
| 2004 | I've Been Twelve Forever: The Work of Director Michel Gondry Movie | Writer · Writing | 6.8 |
| 2004 | I've Been Twelve Forever: The Work of Director Michel Gondry Movie | Director · Directing | 6.8 |
| 2004 | Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind Movie | Director · Directing | 8.1 |
| 2004 | Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind Movie | Story · Writing | 8.1 |
| 2003 | The Work of Director Michel Gondry Movie | Director of Photography · Camera | 8.5 |
| 2003 | The Work of Director Michel Gondry Movie | Music · Sound | 8.5 |
| 2003 | The Work of Director Michel Gondry Movie | Director · Directing | 8.5 |
| 2003 | Drumb and Drumber Movie | Director · Directing | 3.5 |
| 2003 | Three Dead People Movie | Director · Directing | 6.0 |
| 2003 | Three Dead People Movie | Writer · Writing | 6.0 |
| 2003 | Tiny Movie | Director · Directing | 3.5 |
| 2003 | Tiny Movie | Animation · Visual Effects | 3.5 |
| 2003 | Tiny Movie | Writer · Writing | 3.5 |
| 2003 | The Hardest Button to Button Movie | Producer · Production | |
| 2003 | The Hardest Button to Button Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 2002 | Björk: Greatest Hits - Volumen 1993-2003 Movie | Director · Directing | 7.6 |
| 2001 | Massive Attack: Eleven Promos Movie | Director · Directing | 8.8 |
| 2001 | Human Nature Movie | Director · Directing | 6.0 |
| 2001 | One Day... Movie | Director · Directing | 5.6 |
| 2001 | One Day... Movie | Writer · Writing | 5.6 |
| 2000 | Intégrale clips Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 1999 | D.A.F.T. Movie | Director · Directing | 6.4 |
| 1999 | Clip Cult Movie | Director · Directing | 7.5 |
| 1998 | Björk: Volumen Movie | Director · Directing | 8.4 |
| 1998 | The Letter Movie | Writer · Writing | 6.6 |
| 1998 | The Letter Movie | Director · Directing | 6.6 |
| 1988 | My Brother's 24th Birthday Movie | Director · Directing | 6.0 |
| 1987 | L’Expédition Fatale Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 1987 | L’Expédition Fatale Movie | Screenplay · Writing | |
| 1987 | L’Expédition Fatale Movie | Music · Sound | |
| 1986 | Un joyeux Noël Movie | Director · Directing | 7.0 |
| 1986 | Un joyeux Noël Movie | Writer · Writing | 7.0 |
| 1986 | Un joyeux Noël Movie | Animation · Visual Effects | 7.0 |
| TBA | Golden Movie | Director · Directing | |
| TBA | The Little Fears Movie | Screenplay · Writing | |
| TBA | The Little Fears Movie | Director · Directing |
Latest releases
- At Work2026 / TMDB 6.5
- In Bed with Michel Gondry2024 / TMDB 6.0
- Michel Gondry: Do It Yourself2023 / TMDB 7.5
- The Many Faces of Jim Carrey2023 / TMDB 7.2
- The Méliès Mystery2021 / TMDB 6.9
- Marcel Duchamp: The Art of the Possible2020 / TMDB 6.0
Michel Gondry in the news
Questions about Michel Gondry
What are some of Michel Gondry's most famous films?
Michel Gondry is renowned for films like 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind,' 'The Science of Sleep,' and 'Be Kind Rewind,' showcasing his unique storytelling and visual style.
Has Michel Gondry won any awards for his work?
Yes, Michel Gondry won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' in 2005, highlighting his talent for innovative narratives.
What was Michel Gondry's first film?
Gondry's first feature film was 'Human Nature,' released in 2001. It began his journey in feature filmmaking and showcased his distinctive style.
What genre of films does Michel Gondry typically make?
Michel Gondry typically makes films that blend romance, fantasy, and drama, often incorporating surreal elements and imaginative visuals.
What is Michel Gondry's estimated net worth?
Michel Gondry's estimated net worth is around $10 million, reflecting his successful career as a filmmaker and director.
How did Michel Gondry start his career?
Michel Gondry began his career as a music video director, where he gained recognition for his creative and visually striking videos for various artists.
What defining characteristic does Michel Gondry have in his films?
Gondry is known for his inventive visual style and dreamlike narratives, often using practical effects and unique storytelling techniques.
What notable music videos has Michel Gondry directed?
Michel Gondry directed notable music videos for artists such as Björk, 'Human Behaviour,' and The White Stripes, 'Fell in Love with a Girl,' showcasing his innovative approach.