Quiz launched for Louis de Funès film roles
A quiz has been launched to test viewers' familiarity with the film roles of French actor Louis de Funès. The quiz includes ten questions covering various films in which he starred, such as La Grande Vadrouille, Les Aventures de Rabbi Jacob, L’Aile ou la Cuisse, La Soupe aux choux, the Le Gendarme series, the Fantômas trilogy, La Folie des grandeurs, L’Avare, Oscar, and Jo. Each question provides multiple-choice answers and explanations.Role in La Grande Vadrouille
In La Grande Vadrouille, Louis de Funès plays Stanislas Lefort, a conductor who becomes involved in helping British airmen escape Paris. His character's actions drive much of the film's comedic and adventurous plot.Role in Les Aventures de Rabbi Jacob
In Les Aventures de Rabbi Jacob, he portrays Victor Pivert, an industrialist who disguises himself as a rabbi to avoid his pursuers. This role showcases his ability to blend physical comedy with clever storytelling.Role in L’Aile ou la Cuisse
In L’Aile ou la Cuisse, he plays Charles Duchemin, a gastronomic critic who opposes the rise of fast food restaurants. The film uses his character to comment on the changing food culture of the time.Role in La Soupe aux choux
In La Soupe aux choux, his character is nicknamed "Le Glaude." This nickname becomes a central element of the plot, highlighting the absurdity and humor typical of de Funès's work.Role in Le Gendarme series
In the Le Gendarme series, he plays Ludovic Cruchot, a gendarme from Saint-Tropez. His character's bumbling yet lovable nature made the series a popular French comedy franchise.Role in Fantômas trilogy
In the Fantômas trilogy, he portrays Juve, a police commissioner who pursues the masked criminal Fantômas. This role contrasts with his usual comedic parts, showing his range as an actor.Role in La Folie des grandeurs
In La Folie des grandeurs, he plays Don Salluste, a disgraced minister in the Spanish court. The film explores themes of power and redemption through his character's journey.Role in L’Avare
In L’Avare, he plays Harpagon, an avaricious father. This role is based on a classic Molière play, and de Funès's performance brings both humor and depth to the character.Role in Oscar
In Oscar, he plays Bertrand Barnier, an industrialist involved in a series of misunderstandings. The film uses his character to explore themes of identity and social status through comedic situations.Role in Jo
In Jo, he plays Antoine Brisebard, an author targeted by a blackmailer. This role highlights his ability to portray more dramatic and intense characters, adding to his versatility as an actor.
