Robert Lapoujade was a French painter, filmmaker, and writer. He began his career as a painter, known for his portraits of French literary figures such as Jean-Paul Sartre and André Breton. Lapoujade transitioned to filmmaking in the 1960s, directing films like Le Socrate (1968) and Le Sourire Vertical (1973). His films often explored philosophical themes and were noted for their experimental style. Lapoujade's work in both painting and film reflects his deep engagement with existential and humanist ideas.
1984Robert Lapoujade, peintreMovieas Himself
1973Olivier Messiaen and the BirdsMovieAnimation
1973The Vertical SmileMovieDirector · Writer
1967Shadow of the AppleMovieDirector · Writer
1965VélodrameMovieDirector
1963L'annonciationMovieAnimation Director
1963Trois portraits d'un oiseau qui n'existe pasMovieCinematography · Writer · Director · Animation