Jacques Deval

Jacques Deval was a French playwright, screenwriter, and film director whose work intersected with early cinema. Born on June 27, 1895, in Paris, France, Deval contributed to the theatrical and cinematic landscape during the first half of the 20th century. Their involvement in the film industry included writing the original story for Plumber in love as well as adapting Say It in French for the stage in 1938.

Deval’s contributions were primarily in the realm of narrative and dialogue, a common focus for playwrights transitioning into film during that era. While their filmography as recorded here is limited, their dual role as a playwright and screenwriter reflects the fluid boundaries between stage and screen in early cinema. The titles associated with Deval’s work suggest a focus on comed…