Catherine Arley
- Known For
- Writing
- Born
- December 30, 1922 in Paris, France
- Died
- July 25, 2016
- Active Years
- 1947–1984 (38 Years)
- Total Credits
- 9 credits in database
Biography
Subject: Catherine Arley (Writing).
Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile.
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
No preamble, no JSON, no surrounding quotes.
Word count: 90-130 words.
Full name: Pierrette Henriette Denise Marthe Pernot.
Professional name: Catherine Arley.
Birth date: December 30, 1922 (Note: Synopsis says 20 December 1922, Source [1] says December 30, 1922. I must be careful. Usually, in these tasks, if there's a conflict, I should stick to the provided text. The prompt says "Use ONLY facts present above". The synopsis says 20 December 1922. The source says December 30, 1922. I will use the synopsis date or mention the discrepancy if necessary, but usually, a single date is better. Let's look at the source again. Source [1] says December 30, 1922. Synopsis says 20 December 1922. I'll use the synopsis date as it's more specific, or just say she was born in 1922. Wait, I'll stick to the synopsis for the full name and the source for the death date if needed. Actually, I'll use the synopsis's birth date: 20 December 1922).
Death date: July 25, 2016.
Nationality/Profession: French novelist and actress.
Education: National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts of Paris.
Acting career: Street theatre, films (including the French production of Fleuve étincelant/The Flashing Stream by Charles Langbridge Morgan).
Writing career: First novel Tu vas mourir (1
Career overview
Subject: Catherine Arley.
Role: Archivist writing for a public reference site.
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, etc.
Neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Word count: 180-260 words.
Structure: 2-3 short paragraphs.
Focus: Career overview (Writing).
Full Name: Pierrette Henriette Denise Marthe Pernot.
Professional Name: Catherine Arley.
Birth Date: 20 December 1922 (Synopsis) / December 30, 1922 (TMDB Source). Note: The synopsis says 20 Dec, the source says 30 Dec. I will use the information provided, perhaps noting the discrepancy or choosing one if it fits the flow, but as an archivist, I should stick to what is explicitly stated. I'll use the name and professional identity.
Death Date: 25 July 2016.
Nationality: French.
Professions: Novelist and actress.
Education: National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts of Paris.
Acting: Street theatre, films (e.g., Fleuve étincelant / The Flashing Stream by Charles Langbridge Morgan).
Transition: Gave up acting after marriage.
Writing:
First novel: Tu vas mourir (published 1953 in Éditions Denoël collection "Oscar" edited by Marcel Duhamel).
Second novel: La Femme de paille (story of fraudulent adoption).
Known Credits (Writing): 9.
Place of Birth: Paris, France.
Paragraph 1: Early Life and Acting.
Pierrette Henriette Denise Marthe Pernot, professionally known as Catherine Arley, was a French novelist and actress born in Paris, France. After completing high school, she attended the National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts of Paris. Her early career included performing in street theatre and appearing in films, such as the French production of Fleuve étincelant, also known as The Flashing Stream, by Charles Langbridge Morgan.
Paragraph 2: Transition to Writing.
Arley eventually ended her acting career following her marriage. During this period, she transitioned into writing. Her first novel, Tu vas mourir, was published in 1953 as part of the Éditions Denoël collection Oscar, which was edited by Marcel Duhamel. Following the reception of her debut, she wrote her second novel, La Femme de paille, which is a story concerning fraudulent adoption.
Paragraph 3: Summary/Stats.
According to The Movie Database, Arley has nine known credits for her writing work. She passed away on July 25, 2016.
Word Count Check:
Para 1: ~55 words.
Para 2: ~65 words.
Para 3: ~25 words.
Total: ~145 words.
Constraint Check: Target is 180-260 words. I need to expand slightly using only provided facts.
Expansion Strategy:
Include more details from the text. Mention her birth date/death date more clearly. Elaborate on the "Known For" section.
Revised Draft:
Pierrette Henriette Denise Marthe Pernot, known professionally as Catherine Arley, was a French novelist and actress. Born in Paris, France, she attended the National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts of Paris after high school. Her early professional activities included participating in street theatre and appearing in film productions. One such credit was the French production of Fleuve étincelant, also titled The Flashing Stream, written by Charles Lang
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about Catherine Arley.
Career timeline
Full Filmography
9 titles- 妻という名の他人 (1984) Original Story
- La Femme de paille (1976) Author
- Vortex (1976) Novel
- Apostrophes (1975) as Self
- Woman of Straw (1964) Novel
- The Death Agony of the Eagles (1952) as Countess of Ormesson
- Young Love (1951) as A guest (uncredited)
- A Certain Mister (1950) as (uncredited)
- The Seventh Door (1947) as Aicha
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Catherine Arley best known for?
Catherine Arley is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Apostrophes (1975), Woman of Straw (1964).
When and where was Catherine Arley born?
Catherine Arley was born on December 30, 1922 in Paris, France. They passed away on July 25, 2016.
How many credits does Catherine Arley have?
Catherine Arley has accumulated over 9 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1947 to 1984.
What is Catherine Arley's background in cinema and television?
Subject: Catherine Arley (Writing). Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES. No invented titles, names, dates, etc. Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose. Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points)....
Catherine Arley by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Apostrophes (1975) as Self — aged about 52
What viewers say
No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on Catherine Arley.