Tartuffe de Molière

This film adaptation of Molière's classic play "Tartuffe" brings the story of the devout hypocrite to a contemporary setting. Tartuffe, a seemingly pious man, manipulates his way into the household of the wealthy Orgon, charming him completely. As Tartuffe's true motives become clearer and his desires for Orgon's wealth and wife are revealed, the family must find a way to expose his deception before it's too late.

As a direct adaptation of a canonical play, "Tartuffe de Molière (2016)" was primarily reviewed by critics familiar with Molière's work. It received a mixed reception, with some praising its faithful rendition and the performances, while others found its contemporary update less impactful than more experimental interpretations. Audience reception was generally positive for those familiar with and appreciative of classic French theatre.

• Praised for its faithful adaptation of Molière's text.

• Performances were generally considered strong, particularly the actor playing Tartuffe.

• Some critics felt the contemporary setting did not add significant value or modern relevance to the classic story.

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The film's director, Stéphane Ly-Co, also plays the titular role of Tartuffe, mirroring a tradition of directors taking on lead roles in their stage and screen adaptations of classic plays.