5 films with Michel Blanc to (re)watch absolutely

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

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This fiction that has left its mark on French cinema needs no introduction. The trilogy follows the vacations of a group of friends who have a series of 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 it gave rise to many diversions and memes.

Here we move into a much more intimate register. Michel Blanc directs and plays the lead role in this feature film. The latter is confronted with a lookalike who tries to steal his identity. The opportunity for the actor to make a well-felt satire of the world of cinema and the pangs of celebrity. If he has not achieved the aura of Les Bronzés, this film was nevertheless praised by critics.

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This dramatic comedy gives Michel Blanc the opportunity to tackle the theme of loneliness and celibacy among 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 some funny and rather well-felt scenes that we will let you discover.

This political film stars Olivier Gourmet who plays a Minister of Transport in the midst of a crisis who must face his choices. Michel Blanc plays a government advisor prey to doubts. This thriller is very well-paced and keeps us on the edge of our seats for almost 2 hours. We highly recommend it.

In this feature film, Michel Blanc plays Bernard, a man affected by the departure of his wife. He then meets another woman who is also prey to doubts. Will they manage to rebuild their love lives ? This well-crafted romantic comedy that shows us the vulnerability of a couple is a must-see.

Of course, the list of films in which Michel Blanc has distinguished himself is still long, and we could also have mentioned Les Petites victoires, Les Tuche 4, Merci la vie, Uranus, Une affaire de femmes, but also Evening wear and Papy fait de la résistance. What are the actor's roles that have left the biggest mark ? Tell us in the comments.

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