Yves Lavandier studied at Columbia University, New York, where he obtained a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts, majoring in directing and scriptwriting. Between 1981 and 1986, he made around ten short films, including "Le Scorpion" and "The Perverts." He went on to write for film and television. Working as a script doctor, he also wrote a book on screenwriting, "Writing Drama" ( "la dramaturgie" : http://www.clown-enfant.com/leclown/eng/drama/index.htm ). He has recently directed his first feature film, "Oui, mais… ," which is slated for release in France April 18, 2001.