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Henri-Jacques Huet

Henri-Jacques Huet (1927-2009) was a French actor, known for his long and prolific film career, primarily in supporting roles. Specializing in often comedic or eccentric characters, he left his mark on French cinema of the 1970s and 1980s.

He frequently collaborated with iconic comedic figures such as Pierre Richard and Louis de Funès, contributing to the success of many films. Among his most memorable roles were those in *Le Grand Blond avec une chaussure noire* (1972), where he portrayed stern but inadvertently comical bureaucrats or officials. He also excelled in *L'Aile ou la Cuisse* (1976) and Francis Veber's *Le Jouet* (1976).

His style was characterized by his ability to embody ordinary figures, often in absurd situations, with a subtle vein of awkwardness or exasperation, making him an excellent comedic foil.

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