Claude-Jean Bonnardot was a French actor, director, and screenwriter known for his contributions to television and film. Born in Paris, he began his career as an actor before transitioning to directing. Bonnardot directed films such as Moranbong (1960), Ballade pour un voyou (1963), and the television adaptation of Adolfo Bioy Casares's novel L'Invention de Morel (1967). His works are noted for their experimental style and exploration of philosophical themes. Bonnardot's contributions to French cinema and television reflect his commitment to artistic innovation and narrative depth.