5 films with Michel Blanc to (re)see absolutely

It is with sadness that we learned of the death of Michel Blanc this Friday, October 4. The actor will have succeeded in impressing several generations of spectators with quite varied roles borrowing from both the comedy and drama registers. Here is our choice of the 5 most notable films of his career.

The Bronzés trilogy (1978-2006)

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We no longer present this fiction which has marked French cinema. The trilogy allows us to follow the vacations of a group of friends who have multiple misadventures. Michel Blanc plays the legendary Jean-Claude Dusse who tirelessly tries to seduce without ever succeeding. His character, funny and touching, touched and made the audience laugh a lot and gave rise to numerous diversions and memes.

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Big Fatigue (1994)

Here we move into a much more intimate register. Michel Blanc directs and plays the main role in this feature film. The latter is confronted with a double who tries to steal his identity. The opportunity for the actor to create a well-felt satire on the world of cinema and the throes of fame. If he has not reached the aura of the Bronzedthis film was nevertheless praised by critics.

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I find you very beautiful (2005)

This dramatic comedy gives Michel Blanc the opportunity to address the theme of the solitude and celibacy of farmers. He plays one of them who, following the death of his wife, leaves for Eastern Europe in search of love. It is also the occasion for funny and rather well-felt scenes that we let you discover.

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The State Exercise (2011)

This political film stars Olivier Gourmet who plays a Minister of Transport in the middle of a crisis who must face his choices. Michel Blanc plays a government advisor plagued by doubt. This thriller is very well delivered and it keeps us in suspense for almost 2 hours. We highly recommend it.

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My Wife Calls Come Back (1982)

In this feature film, Michel Blanc plays Bernard, a man tested by the departure of his wife. He then meets another woman also plagued by doubt. Will they manage to rebuild their love lives? You have to see this fairly well-crafted romantic comedy which shows us the vulnerability of a couple.

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Of course, the list of films in which Michel Blanc distinguished himself is still long, and we could also have cited Small victories, Les Tuches 4, Thank you life, Uranus, A women’s affairbut also Evening wear et Grandpa resists. Which roles did the actor have the most impact on? Tell us in the comments.