James Thierrée
3 titles
Filmography
3 results

Bye Bye Blackbird
(2005)After being spotted dancing on high-rise girders, a construction worker joins the circus and gets paired with the owner's aerialist daughter.

Chocolat
(2016)From circus to theatre, from anonymity to fame, Chocolat is the incredible true story of how Rafael Padilla Chocolat (Omar Sy), escaped slavery to become the first black stage performer in France. Performing a lead role in a circus pantomime act in Paris, Chocolat shot to stardom with his partner, Charles Footit (James Thiérrée), as the pair's unprecedented double act sent shock waves through conservative Parisian society. However, as their fame grew so did the gambling and discrimination, taking a toll on the duo's friendship and their lives.

Twice Upon a Time
(2006)Renowned director Louis and stage actor Alice have a high-profile romance in the 1970s, followed by a much-publicised break-up. Decades later, they meet again and rekindle their romance.