Il faut brûler Maman, written and directed by Albert Dupontel, releases its trailer ahead of its French theatrical release on November 11, 2026. Louise Coldefy, Julia Piaton, Artus, and the director compose the cast of this comedy set in the funeral industry.
Two sisters and their brother come together for their mother’s funeral. The family runs a funeral home, but a staff strike forces them to run the ceremony themselves. The family reunion becomes a practical challenge: pulling off the cremation.
The premise pairs grief with the tensions within a sibling group, anchoring the film in the realm of black comedy. The trailer was released to the public on October 8, 2026.
Albert Dupontel writes the screenplay and directs, while also starring in the film. Catherine Bozorgan oversees production through ADCB Films, with Pathé and France 2 Cinéma as co-producers. Pathé distributes the feature in France.
This project follows the 2023 release Second Tour. The shoot of Il faut brûler Maman took place in Bry-sur-Marne from January 12 to February 23, 2026.
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