Michel Constantin
Biography
Michel Constantin was a French actor. Born Constantin Hokhloff on 13 July 1924, he was the son of a White Russian emigre father and his Polish wife. Constantin's father was a former officer in the Russian Army, of Kalmyk descent. He was a men's national volleyball champion from 1954 to 1956. Constantin made his film debut in the 1960 prison thriller The Hole, and went on to become a popular character actor in crime films, often playing thugs and gangsters. He appeared in several films alongside his friend Charles Bronson during the 1970s. Constantin died on 28 August 2003, at the age of 79.
Career overview
Michel Constantin was a French film actor. He made his film debut as a convict in the 1960 prison thriller The Hole. Constantin's stature and striking features led to him becoming a popular character actor in crime films, often playing thugs and gangsters. He appeared in several films during the 1970s.
Constantin's acting credits include numerous films, with a total of 58 known credits. He was known for his work in crime films, often playing characters in this genre. His career spanned several decades, with his early work in The Hole marking the beginning of his film career.
Constantin's acting career was marked by his versatility and ability to play a range of characters. He worked in the film industry for many years, appearing in a variety of films. His career was notable for his contributions to the crime film genre, where he established himself as a popular character actor.
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Full Filmography
58 titles- Ville à vendre (1992) as Docteur Bernier
- Big Man (1988) as Xavier Baudin
- Paparoff (1988) as Cyril Paparoff dit Papa
- La loi sauvage (1988) as Victor Molini
- The Compromise (1986) Dialogue
- The Telephone Always Rings Twice (1985) as Le directeur du cinéma
- La Baston (1985) as Raoul
- Le Deuxième Couteau (1985) as Commissaire Bartillot
- The Vultures (1984) as Adjutant Edouard Mahuzard
- Amok (1983) Writer
- Shot Pattern (1982) as Alexandre Gagnon
- Quarter to Two Before Jesus Christ (1982) as Secutor Flavien Magister
- Signé Furax (1981) as Grougnache
- Fear in the City (1981) as Don Vincenzo Talascio
- The Inglorious Bastards (1978) as Veronique
- Plein les poches pour pas un rond... (1978) as Steff
- Les Diamants du Président (1977) as Georges Lancier
- Sahara Cross (1977) as Carl Mank
- The Track (1975) as Le capitaine Nimier
- Beyond Fear (1975) as Guilloux
- No Pockets in a Shroud (1974) as Culli
- The Beast (1974) as Sandro Colautti
- OK Patron (1974) as Mario (uncredited)
- Killing in the Sun (1973) as Marius Fantoni, aka 'Fanto'
- Man in the Trunk (1973) as Capt. Augier
- Special Killers (1973) as Inspector Palma
- The Seaman (1973) as Bernard Solville
- Midi trente (1972) as Self
- The Pariah (1972) as Xavier Saratov, Georgia's brother and Roberto's friend
- There Once Was a Cop (1972) as Commissioner Campana alias Louis Lopez
- The Outside Man (1972) as Antoine
- The Big Shots (1972) as Weiss
- Samedi soir (1971) as Self
- Troubleshooters (1971) as Michel
- The Lion's Share (1971) as Inspector Michel Grazzi
- Cold Sweat (1970) as Whitey
- The Cop (1970) as Viletti
- Violent City (1970) as Killain
- Last Known Address (1970) as Greg, the henchman
- Vertigo for a Killer (1970) as René
- Only the Cool (1970) as Coster
- The Comeuppance (1970) as Gilani
- The Strangers (1969) as Chamoun
- A Very Curious Girl (1969) as André
- The Southern Star (1969) as Jose
- Jerk in Istanbul (1967) as Vincent
- Pillaged (1967) as Georges
- Dirty Heroes (1967) as Sgt Rudolph Petrowsky
- Law of Survival (1967) as Stan
- Le Deuxième Souffle (1966) as Alban
- Let's Not Get Angry (1966) as Jeff, boss of the "Homard Américain"
- The Wise Guys (1965) as Skida
- Les Gorilles (1964) as Otto, the legionnaire (uncredited)
- Maigret Sees Red (1963) as Cicero
- Law of Men (1962) as Paulo, friend of Sophie
- A Man Named Rocca (1961) as Head of the American Racketeers
- Le Trou (1960) as Geo Cassine
- Cinépanorama (1956) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michel Constantin best known for?
Michel Constantin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ville à vendre (1992), The Telephone Always Rings Twice (1985), La Baston (1985), Shot Pattern (1982).
When and where was Michel Constantin born?
Michel Constantin was born on July 13, 1924 in Boulogne-Billancourt, Hauts-de-Seine, France. They passed away on August 29, 2003.
How many credits does Michel Constantin have?
Michel Constantin has accumulated over 58 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1956 to 1992.
What is Michel Constantin's background in cinema and television?
Michel Constantin was a French actor. Born Constantin Hokhloff on 13 July 1924, he was the son of a White Russian emigre father and his Polish wife. Constantin's father was a former officer in the Russian Army, of Kalmyk descent. He was a men's national volleyball champion from 1954 to 1956. Constantin made his film de...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Cinépanorama (1956) as Self — aged about 31
- Le Trou (1960) as Geo Cassine — aged about 35
- Le Deuxième Souffle (1966) as Alban — aged about 41
- The Strangers (1969) as Chamoun — aged about 44
- The Pariah (1972) as Xavier Saratov, Georgia's brother and Roberto's friend — aged about 47
- Killing in the Sun (1973) as Marius Fantoni, aka 'Fanto' — aged about 48
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