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It happened today: Marc Allégret's Birth Anniversary

Published: December 23, 2025 · Period: 2025-12-23

This insight lists historic events that occurred on the same day in the past.

Marc Allégret, born on December 22, 1900, in Basel, Switzerland, was a prominent French screenwriter and film director who significantly influenced the film industry. Initially trained as a lawyer, he shifted to filmmaking after documenting a trip to the Congo with André Gide, leading to a successful career where he helped launch the careers of many notable actors. Throughout his life, Allégret maintained a connection to his birthplace, Basel, while contributing to the cinematic landscape with over fifty films. See wikipedia for more information.

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