The icon of French cinema, Brigitte Bardot, celebrated her 90th birthday, which fell yesterday, September 28, and the city of Saint-Tropez organized a special event for this occasion.
The celebration included a screening of the film “God Created Women”, which greatly increased the fame of the beautiful French star.
Bardot expressed her happiness at the honor given to her by the city of Saint-Tropez, which is her second home.
On the anniversary of the birth of Brigitte Bardot, who was born in Paris on September 28, 1934, Saint-Tropez wanted to honor her in a way that was “simple and inspiring, showing her personality,” said the mayor of ‘ village, Sylvie Seré.
“Tonight, it is a call from the heart of the people of Saint-Tropez who would like to express their feelings for her deep connection with the city throughout her life,” said Sylvie Serre. She said that Bardot, who was not present at the event, said she was “very happy” with the honor.
The activities also included outdoor photo exhibitions and the decoration of the Saint-Tropez harbor lighthouse with two images of the star. These activities continued for several days, all “approved” by the cinema icon of the t -world, according to the mayor.
There was a plan to show a film outside, but due to a strong storm in the Gulf, the screening was moved to a cinema in the center of the city, on the famous Les Lies square, in the presence of many residents and visitors.
A full career of 50 films
From the film “The Norman Hole” in 1952 to the film “The Very Good and Joyful Story of the Collino Shirt” in 1973, the famous star Brigitte Bardot appeared in about fifty films, before she decided to retire from cinema to live her life. to protect the rights of animals, according to the station “France” “Info”.
Bardot, who captivated the world with her beauty before becoming a passionate animal activist, is celebrating her 90th birthday. In 1960, when Clouzot’s film “The Truth” was recorded, Bardot said: “I don’t know who created a legend, but I’m very happy to be a legend, if so, but I don’t believe it. Very .”
Much of her long life was finally documented in Bardot, a six-episode series directed by Danielle and Christopher Thompson.
In an interview with Agence France-Presse, Bardot expressed her dissatisfaction with the attention given to her birthday, saying: “I’m tired of this celebration! : “I am very happy to reach this advanced age.” “.
Brigitte Bardot movies free
Among the most prominent films in Brigitte Bardot’s cinematic career were those that were short, but full of energy, and that show her controversial personality, especially after her support of the far-right movement .
Her first steps in cinema: “Le Trou Normand” (1952).
In her memoir “Initiales BB”, published in 1996, Bardot revealed her first experience on set, and described how she felt she was mistreated by the staff. .
The second film, “Et Dieu créa la femme” (1956): Brigitte Bardot becomes an icon. three men.
Despite its poor reception in France, the film was a huge success in the United States and Europe, and became the film that made Bardot an international star and a symbol of happiness. Through this role, Bardot introduced the libertarian spirit of the coming society.
The third film, “En cas de malheur” 1958: This film, which is based on a novel by Georges Simenon, Bardot plays the role of “Yvette Maudit”, a young woman who gets into trouble after her ‘criminalizing’ bold scenes in the film caused a scandal, and it was deleted due to censorship.
The fourth film, La Vérité, 1960, is her best film, directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot. The film is about the trial of a girl accused of murder.
On her 90th birthday, Bardot continues to keep a low profile, devoting her life to the cause of animal protection, which has become her main goal.
