The great Frenchman Jean Marais (1913–1998) is known to us primarily for the films Fantomas, The Count of Monte Cristo, The Captain, Secrets of Paris, The Iron Mask, where he embodied the image of an ideal man , superman, conqueror of women's hearts. He starred in such masterpieces of world cinema as "Orpheus", "The Double-Headed Eagle", "The Mystery of Mayerling" ... And on stage he happened to be Nero and Caesar, Cyrano de Bergerac and King Lear, Oedipus and Ruy Blas. In the memory of millions, Mare remained not only a living embodiment of strength, beauty and nobility, but also a great artist. His heroes amazed with their irresistible charm, depth and sincerity of feelings.The world of theater and cinema attracted Jean Mare since childhood, but, having failed in the exams at the Paris Conservatory, he was forced to be content with the modest role of an assistant photographer, until he managed to star in his first film in 1933. The famous director Jean Cocteau noticed the romantic talent of the young handsome man, and soon he became one of the most famous actors in France and gained worldwide fame. Mare in her book.