French artists are no longer content with the music scene and are increasingly turning to cinema. In 2023 and 2024, several well-known singers are making their debut or returning to the big screen.
Camille Lellouche
Camille Lellouche, a talented comedian and singer, has made a name for herself in cinema with her touching and funny performances. In 2023, she starred in “The Lucky One“, a romantic comedy where she plays Fiona, an impulsive and unfiltered Uber driver. Fiona is recruited by Benoît to pose as his future wife during a family vacation in Morocco. The film promises hilarious scenes and emotional moments as Fiona stands out in Benoît’s bourgeois family. “The Lucky One” will be released in theaters September 25, 2024.
Grand Corps Malade
Grand Corps Maladein collaboration with Mehdi Idir, is working on a new musical biopic entitled “Mr. Aznavour“. This film traces the rise of Charles Aznavour since the 1950s, painting a complex portrait of the legendary singer. The film offers Tahar Rahim a demanding role, playing Aznavour himself. This project follows the success of their previous films, Patients (2017) and La Vie scolaire (2019). “Monsieur Aznavour” will be released October 23, 2024.
Patrick Bruel
Patrick Bruel, known for his multiple talents, plays a major role in the series “Unit 8200“, scheduled for September 2024. This series is an adaptation of the book of the same name written by Dov Alfon, a former Mossad agent. Bruel plays an Israeli secret service agent who must return to service in France while he visits his daughter in Paris.Unit 8200” promises to be a gripping thriller with contemporary resonances, created by the teams behind the acclaimed series Fauda and Tehran.
For all the information on the TF1 series in which he is the protagonist, it’s here!
Vanessa Paradis
Vanessa Paradis will be featured in “Story of a marriage“, an intense drama that explores the complexities of a marriage in crisis. After fifteen years together, the appearance of Julien’s great childhood love, played by Vanessa, sets off a spiral of jealousy and self-deprecation in Marie. The film, scheduled for February 19, 2025promises to immerse viewers in an emotional and poignant story.
Aloise Sauvage
Aloise Sauvageknown for her singing and acting talents, stars in “On a wire“, a comedy-drama scheduled for November 6, 2024. The film tells the story of Jo, a street circus artist who discovers the work of the professional clowns of “Nez pour rire”. Quickly integrated into the association, Jo finds herself bringing joy and comfort to sick children and their families in the hospital. This film promises to be both touching and inspiring.
