Article 353 of the Penal Code at the Théâtre du Rond-Point: an edgy crime thriller

Adapted from the novel by Tanguy Viel, Article 353 du Code pénal is on view at the Théâtre du Rond-Point from [date] to [date]. A plunge into a criminal case told to the judge, between social tension and intimate drama.

Set in a Breton harbor swept by economic disillusionment, Emmanuel Noblet brings Tanguy Viel's novel Article 353 du Code pénal to the stage. Presented at the Théâtre du Rond-Point from June 3 to 14, 2025, the play highlights a judicial tale steeped in social violence and fatality.

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Martial Kermeur was arrested for throwing Antoine Lazenec into the sea. Before the judge, he unravels the events that led to this irreversible act. Around him, the economic crisis, the disillusionment of a real-estate dream, a scam by an influential man, and above all, a gnawing sense of injustice. In this tight adaptation, Vincent Garanger plays this man at his wit's end, with Tanguy Viel 's powerful, chiseled words delivered in a direct address to the audience. The show takes the form of a huis clos between speech and silence, where every detail weighs heavily.

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This proposal would appeal to fans of narrative theater, faithful readers of contemporary French literature, and those looking for strong narratives supported by intense acting. Fans of psychological thrillers or courtroom narratives would find it particularly resonant. On the other hand, the show could confuse those looking for dynamic stage action or a spectacular visual device, for here everything hinges on the density of the text and the embodiment of the spoken word.

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With Article 353 du Code pénal, the Théâtre du Rond-Point offers an intense, engaging show, at the crossroads of a noir novel and a courtroom drama. From June 3 to 14, 2025, this adaptation will offer a human and moving account of the margins, of dignity, and of the actions we take when all seems lost.

This article is based on information available prior to the show. It is not based on direct viewing experience.

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