69 Across

NYT Daily • August 24, 2025

French filmmaker Jacques

Answer:

TATI

Hint:

His iconic character often wore a raincoat and carried an umbrella in silent comedies.

Explanation:

This clue refers to Jacques Tati, the legendary French filmmaker and comedian known for his iconic character Monsieur Hulot. The answer is simply his last name, "TATI," which is short and fits neatly in crossword grids. If you're familiar with classic French cinema, his films like PlayTime or Mon Oncle make this an easy get. For others, it’s a straightforward name-to-answer connection.

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