Yannick
Yannick

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Yannick

2023
Movie
67 min
French

In the middle of a performance of the play "Le Cocu", a bad boulevard comedy at a Parisian theatre, Yannick gets up and interrupts the show to take the evening back in hand.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes89%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users83%
Director: Quentin DupieuxGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

During a disastrous theatre performance, a depressed usher named Yannick takes a gun from the stage and forces the actors to improvise a new play for him. Initially frustrated by the play's mediocrity, Yannick's mood gradually shifts as the actors try to entertain him. The film blurs the lines between reality and performance, exploring themes of artistic creation and audience reception.

Critical Reception

Yannick received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its originality, meta-commentary on filmmaking and theater, and Quentin Dupieux's distinctive absurdist style. The film was noted for its brevity and sharp dialogue, though some found its narrative somewhat slight.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive premise and meta-narrative.

  • Noted for Quentin Dupieux's signature blend of absurdity and humor.

  • Appreciated for its sharp dialogue and concise runtime.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed Yannick, highlighting its unique concept and quirky humor. Many found it to be a refreshing and unconventional film experience, appreciating its ability to generate laughs through its absurd situations and clever writing.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in secret over just five days, a testament to Quentin Dupieux's prolific and efficient filmmaking process.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

We've all been to the theatre and wondered what we were doing there? Rarely, though, have any of us stood up to complain about the lacklustre performance directly to those on the stage. Well "Yannick" (Raphaël Quenard) does precisely that m...