
Keywords
- Sooner Europe Exclusives: Stories that Matter
- Sooner Exclusives
- Black Comedy
- literature
- satire
Actors
- Blanche Gardin
- Michel Houellebecq
- Luc Schwarz
- Franck Monier
- Françoise Lebrun
Director
- Guillaume Nicloux
Comedy
1h 28min
16+
FR
EN
DE
Enfant terrible and provocateur Michel Houellebecq plays himself in this revealing comedy.
Enfant terrible and provocateur Michel Houellebecq plays himself in this revealing comedy.
Controversial author Michel Houellebecq (Submission) joins Blanche Gardin in an epic journey that is as bizarre as it is humorous. The two travel to Guadeloupe for a look-a-like contest hosted by Gardin. But the event quickly becomes a spectacle that entangles the duo in a strange and intriguing scenario.
The trip to Guadeloupe should be a harmless endeavor, but a surreal drama unfolds between the idyllic palm trees and Caribbean flair. The entanglement begins with simple misunderstandings and escalates into humorous chaos, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. Gardin and Houellebecq, both of whom are merged in their real personalities with their cinematic avatars, navigate a story rife with cultural misunderstandings, political allusions, and a dash of eccentricity.
The unpredictable events they experience are peppered with humorous moments and reflect a deeper examination of issues such as identity and self-perception. This cinematic excursion is not just a series of comical scenarios, but also an intelligent commentary on social and cultural dynamics.
With its unique blend of satire and depth, the film is characterized by a creative presentation and a fresh look at contemporary issues. BEING BLANCHE HOUELLEBECQ not only entertains, but also provides food for thought.