Director

Daniel Roby

Born October 24, 19705 films

Daniel Roby showcases an impressive directorial versatility across diverse styles and genres. His debut, the genre-blending horror "La Peau Blanche" (White Skin, 2004), earned acclaim, winning the Claude Jutra Award for best Canadian debut feature and the Best Canadian First Feature Film award at TIFF.

His subsequent works, the disco drama "Funkytown" (2011) and the historical biopic "Louis Cyr" (2013) portraying the renowned strongman, were box office successes in Québec. "Louis Cyr" secured nine Jutra Awards, including Best Film, and received the Golden Ticket Award for being the highest-grossing Québec film of 2013. Roby's ability to navigate and excel in various cinematic genres marks his directorial prowess and breadth of talent.

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First watchJust a Breath Away20186.3When a deadly mist engulfs Paris, people find refuge in the upper floors of the buildings. With no information, no electricity and hardly any supplies, Mathieu, Anna and their daughter…View film

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Ranked by acclaim and reach

6.2Target Number One2020

Filmography

5 films as director

2020Target Number OneDirector
2018Just a Breath AwayDirector
2013Louis Cyr: The Strongest Man in the WorldDirector
2011FunkytownDirector
2004White SkinDirector