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Jacques Tati (born Jacques Tatischeff; 9 October 1907 – 5 November 1982) was a French filmmaker, working both as a comedic actor and director. In a poll conducted by Entertainment Weekly of the Greatest Movie Directors Tati was voted the 46th greatest of all time. With only six feature-length films to his credit as director, he directed fewer films than any other director on this list of 50.
Jacques Tati was a French filmmaker, actor, and mime who is recognized as one of the most influential directors of the twentieth century.
He is best known for creating and starring as the character Monsieur Hulot in films such as Mon Oncle and Monsieur Hulot's Holiday.
Tati created visual comedies characterized by elaborate set design, minimal dialogue, and precise physical gags.