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Robin Aubert

Robin Aubert is a Canadian actor, screenwriter, film director and editor from Quebec.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Robin Aubert is a Canadian actor, screenwriter, film director and editor from Quebec. He is known for his acting roles in film and television, and for directing films including *Saints-Martyrs-des-Damnés*, *Tuktuq* and *Ravenous* (*Les Affamés*). Aubert has received both acting and directing recognition, including a Genie Award nomination for Best Actor and a Gémeaux award for his television work.

Early life and career

Robin Aubert was born in Ham-Nord, Quebec, Canada, on May 13, 1972. He began his career as an actor in film and television before expanding into writing and directing.

Acting career

Aubert has appeared in a range of Quebec films and television productions, including *Radio Enfer*, *Le Nèg'*, *La Comtesse de Bâton Rouge* and *Les Invincibles*. His performance in *The Countess of Baton Rouge* brought him a Genie Award nomination for Best Actor.

Directing career

Aubert made his feature directing debut with *Saints-Martyrs-des-Damnés* and later directed *À l'origine d'un cri*, *Tuktuq* and *Ravenous*. *Ravenous* became his best-known directing credit and received major festival recognition, including the Toronto International Film Festival Award for Best Canadian Film in 2017. He released *You'll Never Know* (*Tu ne sauras jamais*) in 2023.

Awards and recognition

His screen work has earned both acting and directing recognition, including a Gémeaux award for *Radio Enfer* in 1996 and festival recognition for *Ravenous*. Sources also note his nomination for a Genie Award for Best Actor for *The Countess of Baton Rouge*.

Key facts

  • Robin Aubert is a Canadian actor, screenwriter, director and editor from Quebec.
  • He was born in Ham-Nord, Quebec, in 1972.
  • He received a Genie Award nomination for Best Actor for *The Countess of Baton Rouge*.
  • He won a Gémeaux award in 1996 for his role on *Radio Enfer*.
  • His film *Ravenous* (*Les Affamés*) won the Toronto International Film Festival Award for Best Canadian Film in 2017.
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Canadian context

Robin Aubert is a Quebec-based Canadian film and television figure whose work is part of contemporary francophone Canadian cinema and television.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Robin Aubert?
Robin Aubert is a Canadian actor, screenwriter, film director and editor from Quebec.
Where was Robin Aubert born?
He was born in Ham-Nord, Quebec, Canada.
What is Robin Aubert best known for?
He is best known for acting in *The Countess of Baton Rouge* and for directing *Ravenous* (*Les Affamés*).
Did Robin Aubert win any awards?
He won a Gémeaux award for *Radio Enfer* and received a Genie Award nomination for *The Countess of Baton Rouge*.
What is *Ravenous* in French?
*Ravenous* is titled *Les Affamés* in French.
Is Robin Aubert also a filmmaker?
Yes. He has directed, written and edited films in addition to acting.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_Aubert
    Supports: Birth date and place, occupations, Genie nomination, and notable works including Ravenous and You'll Never Know.
  2. Wikipediahttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_Aubert
    Supports: Nationality and occupations, including actor, screenwriter, film director and editor.
  3. Vithèquehttps://vitheque.com/en/directors/robin-aubert
    Supports: Career overview, Radio Enfer role, Gémeaux award, and Genie nomination.
  4. Festival CINEMANIAhttps://festivalcinemania.com/en/persons/robin-aubert
    Supports: Identifies Aubert as a director, screenwriter, actor and author.
  5. AlloCinéhttps://www.allocine.fr/personne/fichepersonne-25618/filmographie/
    Supports: Filmography including directing and acting credits such as Saints-Martyrs-des-Damnés and Les Affamés.
  6. Rotten Tomatoeshttps://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/robin_aubert
    Supports: Birthday, professions, and role of Leo on Radio Enfer with award note.