37 years after his death, the spirit of Louis de Funès still hangs over French cinema

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The French actor Louis de Funès during the shooting of the film "L'Homme orchestra" (directed by Serge Korber). Bassano Romano (Viterbo), Italy, March 1970. Marisa Rastellini / wikimedia.org

By: Sophie Torlotin Follow

He is one of the most popular French actors of the 20th century, still able to attract millions of viewers 37 years after his death. The actor Louis de Funès has the honors of a major exhibition at the French Cinémathèque. The opportunity to understand where his comic genius comes from and to admire Corniaud's DS car, or elements of sets and accessories from his cult films.

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