Yves Jacques

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Characters played by Yves Jacques

Cyrano (voice) — Katak: The Brave Beluga (2023)

Cyrano is a sturgeon who meets Katak during the journey to the Arctic and chooses to accompany him. Although he becomes sick, he remains at Katak's side until the voyage becomes too dangerous for him. His loyalty gives Katak companionship and practical support during the difficult search.

Claude — The Decline of the American Empire (1986)

Openly gay academic who candidly discusses his sexual habits and health anxieties.

Claude — The Barbarian Invasions (2003)

Rémy's old friend, shares conversations about vitality and ideological shifts.

Dominique Duchesne — The Successor (2023)

A friend of Ellias’s father, Dominique shares memories and reflections about the man Ellias barely knew. At the funeral, Dominique speaks about loss and the memories that remain after death, helping Ellias hear that his father loved and missed him despite being unable to express it.

Dubois — False Confessions (2017)

Dorante's ally, who arranges his position as Araminte's secretary so he can be near her. He urges Dorante to pursue her affection and fuels the intrigue by portraying him as honest but supposedly troubled in the head, making his devotion seem suspicious and compelling.

Curé Leduc — Aurore (2005)

Curé Leduc is the local priest whose authority strongly influences the family and village. He forces Télésphore to visit Marie-Anne Caron, disciplines Aurore over her catechism, and accepts the claim that she is a liar instead of recognizing her fear. After her death, guilt over his failure to intervene leads him to suicide.

The Visitor — Class Trip (1998)

The Visitor appears in Nicolas's nightmare as a seemingly friendly stranger at a theme park. He offers to look after Nicolas's younger brother, then leads the child toward a white van while Nicolas is on a ride. The disturbing image reflects Nicolas's fear of stranger danger and organ theft, rather than confirmed waking events.

Germain — Let's Be Friends (2005)

A supporting character featured in the various social situations the friends navigate, such as speed dating events or wedding celebrations.

Pierre-Émile — French Immersion (2011)

The strictest and most disciplinarian teacher at the French immersion school.

Yves — Days of Happiness (2023)

Yves works closely with Emma as she tries to establish herself as a conductor. He urges her to stay focused and trust that opportunities will come, offering support while her residency nears its end without a new position. His encouragement helps shape her approach to an uncertain professional future.

Pascal Montambault — An Eye for Beauty (2014)

Pascal Montambault is connected to a major professional project that gives Luc another important opportunity as an architect. The possible commission strengthens Luc's public career, but it also emphasizes the contrast between his professional achievements and the emotional emptiness he experiences in his home life.

Richard Cardinal — Jesus of Montreal (1989)

A member of the cast/production team, contributing to the ensemble performance of the modernized passion play.

Career Overview

Yves Jacques has 79 screen credits in a career dating back to 1981. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently The Imelda Series with 2 titles. Signature works include Katak: The Brave Beluga, The Successor, Requiem contre un plafond. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
79
Birth Date
1956-05-10
Birth Place
Québec City, Québec, Canada

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q3573721), public domain (CC0).