Jacques Brel, fou de vivre(2017)

Jacques Brel, fou de vivre is a documentary portrait of the legendary Belgian-French chanson singer who died at 49. Through archival footage and interviews with those closest to him, the film captures Brel's intense theatricality and emotional power—opening with his performance of "Madeleine" that immediately draws viewers into his world. Filmmaker Philippe Kohly, known for his artist profiles, constructs a fascinating study of how this Flemish-descended performer became a master of French song, leaving audiences as breathless and transformed as Brel himself. The documentary explores the life and artistry of a performer whose influence on chanson remains profound.