Jacques Point
Acting
Biography
Jacques Point is a French actor who was active mainly between the 1960s and the 1980s. He appeared in numerous film and television productions, often in strong supporting roles. His face became familiar to viewers of police dramas and popular comedies of that era. He notably appeared in the film Godefinger ou certaines chattes n’aiment pas le mou (1975), an offbeat police comedy. He also appeared in Le Bordel, 1ère époque : 1900 (1974) and Deux imbéciles heureux (1975). On television, he took part in several episodes of Les Enquêtes du commissaire Maigret, including Maigret et le clochard and La Colère de Maigret. He also portrayed the Colonel in an episode of the historical series Schulmeister, l’espion de l’empereur. His acting style was marked by an effective sobriety, often serving characters of authority or strong personality. Discreet outside the set, he remains associated with the golden age of French television drama. His filmography reflects a steady, reliable actor appreciated by directors for his professionalism.
Known For
Schulmeister, l’espion de l’empereur (Schulmeister, the Emperor's Spy) is a French historical adventure television series consisting of 13 episodes (1971–1974), inspired by the real life of Charles Louis Schulmeister, a famous spy in the service of Napoleon I. It alternates between historical facts and fiction, offering a fictionalized portrait of a cunning spy, loyal to Napoleon, and always ready to turn a situation to his advantage.
Schulmeister, l'espion de l'Empereur
While on a train to Rome, Léon muses about his love life after leaving his wife.
The Modification
Various stories intertwine within the walls of a popular Parisian brothel on the eve of the First World War.
The Infamous House of Madame X
In the far away African country of Tagabombo a millionaire adventurer has died. His ex-wife and a private detective are more than interested in his money.