Catherine Deneuve Quotes

A collection of quotes by Catherine Deneuve.

Catherine Deneuve is a renowned French actress and fashion icon. She was born on October 22, 1943 in Paris, France. Deneuve comes from a family deeply involved in the entertainment industry, and her early exposure to film paved the way for her successful career.

She gained international recognition for her performances in films such as "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg" (1964) and "Belle de Jour" (1967), both directed by Jacques Demy. With her striking beauty and enigmatic persona, Deneuve became a symbol of French elegance and sophistication, earning her the nickname "The Ice Maiden."

Throughout her career, Deneuve has collaborated with legendary directors including Luis Buñuel, François Truffaut, and Roman Polanski. She has received numerous accolades, including a César Award for Best Actress for her role in "Indochine" (1992) and an Academy Award nomination for "Indochine" as well. Over the years, Deneuve has continued to captivate audiences with her nuanced performances and timeless allure.

Beyond acting, Deneuve has also been involved in activism, advocating for various causes such as women's rights and LGBTQ+ rights. Her influential fashion sense has made her a muse for several renowned designers and brands.

Catherine Deneuve's talent, elegance, and timeless beauty have made her an iconic figure, both in the world of cinema and in the realm of fashion. Her contributions to French and international cinema have firmly established her as one of the most celebrated actresses of her generation.

I love vampire stories. That's why I did the movie. Women es

I love vampire stories. That's why I did the movie. Women especially were taken with that movie-even more so when it came out on video.

Catherine Deneuve


I like some of the early silent films because I love to watc

I like some of the early silent films because I love to watch how actors had to play then. What would interest me today is to do a silent film.

Catherine Deneuve

Love

I wouldn't say no to being in a film with Jude Law. I love E

I wouldn't say no to being in a film with Jude Law. I love English actors.

Catherine Deneuve

Love

I like being famous when it's convenient for me and complete

I like being famous when it's convenient for me and completely anonymous when it's not.

Catherine Deneuve

Famous

I cannot imagine having a physical relationship with a woman

I cannot imagine having a physical relationship with a woman. I have not done that. But I really love women.

Catherine Deneuve

Relationship

That's what I like about film-it can be bizarre, classic, no

That's what I like about film-it can be bizarre, classic, normal, romantic. Cinema is to me the most versatile thing.

Catherine Deneuve

Romantic

I go to the movies a lot, and I regret when I see some actor

I go to the movies a lot, and I regret when I see some actor that I used to like, to find them offering no more surprises.

Catherine Deneuve

Movies

There are relatively few role models for young people. We ar

There are relatively few role models for young people. We are in a society that is ruled by men.

Catherine Deneuve

Society

Mississippi Mermaid was a very special experience because we

Mississippi Mermaid was a very special experience because we only had the dialogues for the scenes we were shooting the night before.

Catherine Deneuve

Experience

Marriage is obsolete and a trap.

Marriage is obsolete and a trap.

Catherine Deneuve

Marriage

I have no physical courage, I've asked for a double.

I have no physical courage, I've asked for a double.

Catherine Deneuve

Courage

I don't see any reason for marriage when there is divorce.

I don't see any reason for marriage when there is divorce.

Catherine Deneuve

Marriage

I would have liked maybe to be in architecture or painting,

I would have liked maybe to be in architecture or painting, something connected to the fine arts.

Catherine Deneuve

Architecture

Film is a very young art that is still evolving. Soon, we sh

Film is a very young art that is still evolving. Soon, we shall reach a balance between content and technology.

Catherine Deneuve

Art

I admire directors so much, I find them incredible: they man

I admire directors so much, I find them incredible: they manage such a huge number of people of different characters, think of the money involved.

Catherine Deneuve

Money

I live very normally, I go out with my friends, we go to the

I live very normally, I go out with my friends, we go to the movies, I queue, we go to restaurants.

Catherine Deneuve

Movies

Love is suffering. One side always loves more.

Love is suffering. One side always loves more.

Catherine Deneuve

Love

Acting is also working with people who invite you into their

Acting is also working with people who invite you into their dreams and trust you with their innermost being.

Catherine Deneuve

Dreams

A woman has to be intelligent, have charm, a sense of humor,

A woman has to be intelligent, have charm, a sense of humor, and be kind. It's the same qualities I require from a man.

Catherine Deneuve

Humor

All women who kill or have sexual obsessions or who are pros

All women who kill or have sexual obsessions or who are prostitutes have trouble with their fathers.

Catherine Deneuve

Women