Cast
View AllÉlie Semoun
as Gustave Latouche / Ghislaine Latouche
Émilie Caen
as Ghislaine Rateau
Frédérique Bel
as Adeline Gratin
Loïc Legendre
as Hervé Ducobu
Mathys Gros
as Ducobu
Leeloo Eyme
as Léonie Gratin
Chad Ebengue
as T.G.V.
Léopold Moati
as Willie
François Levantal
as le directeur de St-Potache
Florent Peyre
as le présentateur
Olivier Massart
as le directeur de Jean d'Ormesson
Norman Thavaud
as le père de Willie
Noémie Dujardin
as l'infirmière
Juliette Chappey
as Anaïs
Mahdi Alaoui
as le vendeur bodybuilding
Crew
Director
- Élie Semoun
Writer
- Élie Semoun
- Marc de Chauveron
- Guy Laurent
Producer
- Romain Rojtman
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Ducoboo 3 represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Family cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Élie Semoun brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2020, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Ducoboo 3 took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 94 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 122 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 476 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 5, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 34m