French comedy remake in development
Philippe de Chauveron, the director behind the popular French film Qu'est-ce qu'on a tous fait au Bon Dieu?, is set to release a new comedy titled Un Bon Patron. This film is a French adaptation of the Spanish movie El Buen Patrón, which was written and directed by Fernando León de Aranoa and starred Javier Bardem.French adaptation features new cast
In the French version, Didier Bourdon takes on the role of the unconventional boss, replacing Javier Bardem. The film follows Antoine Blanchet, the heir to a family factory, who faces a series of chaotic situations as he tries to maintain control of his business.Film described as a grating comedy
Lucie Trampoglieri, Director General of UGC, described Un Bon Patron as "a grating comedy about the troubles of a business leader." The story includes elements such as a protesting former employee, a distracted foreman, and an attractive intern, all contributing to the comedic chaos.Collaboration and cast details
The script and dialogue for Un Bon Patron were written by Guy Laurent and Philippe de Chauveron. The film features a cast including Jean-François Cayrey, François Levantal, Ludmilla von Claer, and Catherine Frot. This marks the first time de Chauveron has worked with Didier Bourdon and reunites him with Catherine Frot after 23 years.Spanish original won multiple awards
The Spanish original, El Buen Patrón, was a significant success in 2021 and won six Goya awards in 2022. These awards are the Spanish equivalents of the Oscars and the César, recognizing excellence in categories such as best film, best director, and best actor.French release date set for 2026
Un Bon Patron is scheduled to be released in French theaters on November 4, 2026, following the success of its Spanish predecessor and the anticipation surrounding its French adaptation.
