Serge Korber 1936 – 2022

Biography

Serge Korber was born on February 1, 1936, in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, a vibrant neighborhood that would shape his early years in post-war France. He would go on to build a distinguished career as a director and screenwriter, contributing to French cinema during a formative period in its history. His work reflected the artistic spirit of his native Paris, where he spent his life creating stories for the screen.

Throughout his career, Korber dedicated himself to the craft of filmmaking, working both behind the camera as a director and at the writing desk as a screenwriter. His dual expertise in these complementary disciplines allowed him to bring complete artistic vision to his projects, bridging the gap between written word and visual storytelling. His contributions to French cinema remained part of the country’s cultural legacy.

Serge Korber passed away on January 23, 2022, at the age of 85 in the 13th arrondissement of Paris. He was laid to rest at Père Lachaise Cemetery in Ménilmontant, one of Paris’s most historic burial grounds. His final resting place reflects a life lived entirely within the city he called home.