Gilles Renaud, born in 1944 in Quebec, is a Canadian actor known for his work in both film and television. He appears in the cult classic Valérie (1969), a film that captures the essence of the era's provocative cinema. Renaud's career spans decades, with notable performances that have earned him recognition, including a Genie Award nomination. His involvement in Valérie highlights his ability to navigate complex characters, contributing to the film's enduring status in the realm of exploitation cinema.
Valérie
Valérie is the story of a comely young woman, Danielle Ouimet, who, upon leaving a convent with the leader of a motorcycle gang, discovers the hippie culture of Montreal and turns to prostitution. This improbable storyline, made famous by the frank display of nudity and sexuality, came from a culture that was still labouring under a strong sense of Catholic guilt. It was the first of a group of films known as maple-syrup porn.
