Bertrand Mandico (born 21 March 1971)[1] is a French film director and screenwriter.

His films are often interested in the body and gender fluidity and incorporate photos and written elements.

[2][3] Born in 1971 in Toulouse,[1][4] Mandico graduated from the film directing program at the Gobelins school in Paris.

A group of young filmmakers including Yann Gonzalez, Caroline Poggi and Jonathan Vinel have been influenced by the manifesto.

[2] Though each film is meant to be a unique narrative and formal work, they are to revolve around the themes of aging and desire.