About

Known credits:
16
Birthday:
1946-10-01
Place of birth:
Paris, Ile-de-France, France
Website:
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Éric Ellena

Overview

Éric Elléna is the co-founder and producer at French Connection Films, a Paris-based production company renowned for its high-quality documentaries and international co-productions. Known for his warm, ever-present smile that lights up every room, he has directed and produced numerous acclaimed documentaries, including *The Last Trackers of the Outback*, which won the Public's Choice Award at the 2008 FIFO Pacific International Documentary Film Festival in Tahiti. Beyond his keen intelligence and creativity, Éric possesses remarkable physical strength, a trait that has served him well in the demanding world of documentary filmmaking, often taking him to remote and challenging locations. Whether carrying heavy equipment across rugged terrain or enduring harsh filming conditions, his resilience and endurance are as impressive as his storytelling. As a visionary leader, Éric continues to inspire and drive the company's mission to educate, engage, and entertain audiences worldwide.

Known for

Directing
2021 Merveilles de la nature Directing Director 69
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2018 The Mysteries of the Giants Directing Director N/A
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2018 Les mystères des géants disparus Directing Director N/A
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2017 Tarzan Revisited Directing Director 58
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2015 The Mystery of the Pink Dolphin Directing Director 59
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2012 In Search of Josephine Directing Director N/A
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2007 The Last Trackers of the Outback Directing Director N/A
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Writing
2018 The Mysteries of the Giants Writing Script Editor N/A
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2012 In Search of Josephine Writing Writer N/A
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2007 The Last Trackers of the Outback Writing Writer N/A
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Production
2025 Love Bites Production Producer N/A
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2022 Légionnaires toujours Production Producer N/A
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2022 Dream Girl: The Making of Marilyn Monroe Production Producer 58
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2016 Jerry Lewis: The Man Behind the Clown Production Producer 59
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2012 In Search of Josephine Production Producer N/A
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2008 The Universe of Keith Haring Production Producer 58
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