Michel Motu

Acting

Freshness: Mar 14, 2026

8Total Films

7.2 Highest Rated

Editorial Analysis: Career & Legacy of Michel Motu

Michel Motu is known for The City of Lost Children (1995) , Les brigades du Tigre (1974) and The Hitchhiker (1983) .

Michel Motu Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Michel Motu reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Michel Motu's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 38% of Michel Motu's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The City of Lost Children, which stands out as a key performance.

Best Michel Motu Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Michel Motu's career based on audience ratings.

★7.2

The City of Lost Children (1995) movie poster

★7.2

The City of Lost Children: A scientist in a surrealist society kidnaps children to steal their dreams, hoping that they slow his aging process.

The City of Lost Children

1995•Fantasy

★6.9

Gramps Is in the Resistance (1983) movie poster

★6.9

Gramps Is in the Resistance: It is 1943 in Paris. Like so many others, the Bourbelle family's home has been taken over by the Germans and they now li

Gramps Is in the Resistance

1983•Comedy

★6.9

★6.9

For Those I Loved: Polish Martin Gray recalls the Holocaust, New York prosperity, and losing his wife and family.

For Those I Loved

1983•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Tremble, tyrants: From his window, 10-year-old Henry Brulard witnesses the death of a citizen wounded by counter-revolutionaries. When his

Tremble, tyrants

2005•Drama

★4.3

★4.3

Paris by Night: Clara Bell is a busy Euro MP with a husband and child at home and a high powered career - but on a trip to Paris her ord

Paris by Night

1989•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Michel Motu.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2005	Tremble, tyrants	-	Average	Similar →
1995	Sang d'encre	-	Flop	Similar →
1995	The City of Lost Children	Krank, Age 45	Hit	Similar →
1990	Cellini: A Violent Life	Friar	Flop	Similar →
1989	Paris by Night	Gendarme	Flop	Similar →
1988	The Man Who Lived at the Ritz	Victor	Flop	Similar →
1983	Gramps Is in the Resistance	-	Hit	Similar →
1983	For Those I Loved	Moishe	Hit	Similar →

Michel Motu - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michel Motu?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michel Motu is "The City of Lost Children" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Michel Motu acted in?

Michel Motu has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michel Motu?

Other notable films include "Gramps Is in the Resistance", "For Those I Loved", and "Tremble, tyrants".