Mandibules: When Dupieux meets a giant fly, (re)watch on Netflix

Published by Julie de Sortiraparis · Updated on April 26, 2024 at 02:33 p.m. · Published on July 31, 2020 at 11:19 a.m.
Quentin Dupieux's fantasy comedy Mandibules, starring Grégoire Ludig and David Marsais, arrives on Netflix on May 21, 2024 after a successful theatrical release on May 19, 2021.

Directed by the singular Quentin Dupieux, Mandibules is a fantastic comedy tinged with the director's typical absurdist humor. With a cast that includes Grégoire Ludig and David Marsais, famous for their duet in Palmashow, as well asAdèle Exarchopoulos, the film tells theoffbeat story of two dim-witted friends who accidentally discover a giant fly in the trunk of their car. Their plan: train it to make their fortune.

Jean-Gab and Manu, played by David Marsais and Grégoire Ludig respectively, are the protagonists of this unusual adventure. When they come across a giant fly captive in a vehicle, their first thought is to exploit it to make money. What follows is a series of hilarious and improbable adventures, marked by Dupieux's trademark dark humor and strangeness. The film explores themes of friendship and absurdity, while offering moments of pure comedy that defy the usual logic of storytelling.

Mandibules is aimed at fans of alternative comedies and fantasy stories. The film stands out for its original concept and unconventional execution, which should appeal to those who appreciate films that are out of the ordinary. Dupieux's approach of transforming a bizarre situation into a comic adventure promises to captivate those in search of novelty andoffbeat humor.

Since its first theatrical release on May 19, 2021, and ahead of its launch on Netflix on May 21, 2024, Mandibules has already made its mark with its originality and audacity. Quentin Dupieux's direction and the performances of Grégoire Ludig, David Marsais and Adèle Exarchopoulos offer a refreshing cocktail of laughter and fantasy. This film remains true to Dupieux's inventive spirit and promises to entertain a wide and varied audience, ready to embrace its captivating absurdity.

Official trailer for Mandibules (2021) :

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Starts May 21, 2024

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