François Ruffin

Born Oct 18, 1975 in Calis, France

François Ruffin is a French journalist, filmmaker, author and politician. The founder and editor-in-chief of the satirical quarterly Fakir, he is best-known for directing the film Merci patron! (2016) as well as for playing an instrumental role in the formation of the Nuit debout movement in France. He has been a member of the National Assembly since 2017, representing Somme's first constituency.