Henri Lepage (director)

Henri Lepage (1898-1981) was a French film director primarily known for directing a significant number of B-movies, often thrillers and crime films, during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1940s and 1950s. His filmography includes works in genres such as crime drama, espionage, and adventure, often characterized by modest budgets and straightforward narratives. While not considered a major auteur, Lepage's prolific output contributed to the landscape of French popular cinema during his active period. He is sometimes associated with the tradition of film noir in French cinema, though his films rarely achieved the same level of artistic recognition as those of more celebrated directors in that genre. Lepage's work is now often studied in the context of the history of French genre cinema and the production practices of the post-war film industry.