In the upcoming comedy *Il faut brûler maman*, Albert Dupontel plays a somewhat naive undertaker who must incinerate his mother after her death, only to find his staff on strike. He is joined by Louise Coldefy and Julia Piaton as his sisters, and Artus as a conflicted employee longing to join the family. Dupontel describes the film as a way to exorcise his own fears regarding the funeral protocols he anticipates facing as his 93-year-old mother ages. [1]
The director softened his typically fierce humor for this closed-set comedy, aiming to evoke emotion beyond laughter. 'In my film, death generates life,' he asserts, highlighting the love that develops between characters, such as Artus's character falling for one of the sisters. Dupontel praised Artus's subtlety, noting it added value to the performance and confirming the actor's lasting impact. [1]
To maintain continuous emotion, Dupontel developed the story through theatrical rehearsals before filming, using long takes that involved moving walls and combining multiple shots for perfection. He also revealed the use of Artificial Intelligence for some images, acknowledging it as a practical tool that, while frightening, is irreversible and thus should be utilized. He emphasized that the film was created by his energy, not the AI. Looking ahead, Dupontel expressed interest in blending reality and fiction, catering to the desire to escape the real world for the virtual. His ability to renew himself makes audiences eager to follow him into this new adventure after experiencing *Il faut brûler maman*. [1]
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