From Wikipedia the free encyclopedia CharlesMarie Vanel known as Charles Vanel 21 August 1892 in Rennes France 15 April 1989 in Cannes France was a French director and actor He made his screen debut in 1912 in Robert Péguys Jim Crow His 77 year career comprised appearances in more than 200 films Description above from the Wikipedia article Charles Vanel licensed under CCBYSAfull list of contributors on Wikipedia