Claude Goretta facts for kids
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Claude Goretta (born June 23, 1929 – died February 20, 2019) was a famous Swiss movie director and television producer. He was known for making films that often looked at everyday life and people.
Goretta was born in Geneva, Switzerland. He became a very important person in Swiss cinema.
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His Movies and Awards
Claude Goretta made several movies that were recognized around the world.
L'Invitation (The Invitation)
His 1973 movie, L'Invitation, was a big success. It was even nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. This means it was considered one of the best non-English movies of that year by the American film academy.
La Provinciale (The Girl from the Provinces)
Another one of his notable films was La provinciale from 1981. This movie was shown at the 31st Berlin International Film Festival, which is a major international film event.
Later Life and Legacy
Claude Goretta continued to work in film and television for many years. He passed away on February 20, 2019, in Geneva, at the age of 89. His work helped shape Swiss cinema and brought Swiss stories to a global audience.
