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Jan Bucquoy

Jan Bucquoy (Harelbeke, 16 November 1945) is a Belgian anarchist who has worked in various media (film, comics writing, painting, sculptures, museums). He gained fame for his controversial anti-establishment works and media stunts, which caused many court cases, including for lèse-majesté, copyright infringement and defamation. Between 2005 and 2010 he staged five attempts to attack the Belgian Royal Palace in Brussels and conquer it.

Jan Bucquoy

Jan Bucquoy lors d'une conférence de presse à Bruxelles.

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Name
Jan Bucquoy
Born
16 November 1945
Birthplace
Harelbeke, Belgium
Occupation
anarchist, author, filmmaker
Nationality
Belgium
Fields
film · theatre · film direction · directing
Known for
La Vie sexuelle des Belges 1950-1978 · Camping Cosmos · Le Bal du rat mort · La Vie sexuelle de Tintin
Languages
French

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Jan Bucquoy (Harelbeke, 16 November 1945) is a Belgian anarchist who has worked in various media (film, comics writing, painting, sculptures, museums). He gained fame for his controversial anti-establishment works and media stunts, which caused many court cases, including for lèse-majesté, copyright infringement and defamation. Between 2005 and 2010 he staged five attempts to attack the Belgian Royal Palace in Brussels and conquer it.

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Visual art and other activities
  3. 03Reception, influence and legacy
  4. 04Archives and collections
  5. 05Notes, references and evidence

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