Jonathan Cohen et Denis Podalydès assurent la promo d'un film raté

Summary

Jonathan Cohen and Denis Podalydès, co-stars of the upcoming French comedy Making Of, are interviewed on a talk show. They discuss the behind-the-scenes chaos of the fictional film-within-a-film, including conflicts between actors and directors, budget issues leading to recasting, and uncomfortable scenes like kissing. The real Making Of had its challenges too, like Podalydès' appendicitis. Overall they argue a disastrous shoot can still lead to a great film, though often it results in a bad one. The interview highlights the human struggles of moviemaking.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video is about the behind the scenes of a chaotic fictional movie set called 'Making Of'
• 😮The actors Jonathan Cohen and Denis Podalydès share funny anecdotes about bad experiences on set
• 🎥 Denis had an appendicitis during the 'Making Of' filming but they didn't lose time
• 🎬 Jonathan says playing someone who acts badly requires special training courses
• 🤑 According to Denis, on bigger budget films he gets replaced by more famous actors
• 😠 The fictional director says you have to hijack the money or you make crap
• 🚫 Denis disagrees - the script is the basis, money just helps do things well
• 😣 Both actors dislike doing kissing or nude scenes as they're awkward with the crew around
• 🤪 Denis likes intimate scenes if he knows the co-star well, but finds it tricky otherwise
• 🎞 Ultimately the final film matters more than a bad shoot, though often they go together

Q & A

What is the name of the new movie by director Cédric Klapisch?

The name of the new movie is 'Making Of'.

Who are the two lead actors playing in the movie?

The two lead actors are Denis Podalydès and Jonathan Cohen.

What is the premise of the movie?

The movie is about the behind the scenes of a disastrous film production, showing all the problems and tensions between cast and crew.

What went wrong during the troubled film shoot?

Many things went wrong, including the lead actress disliking her co-star, the director panicking and not knowing what to do, the budget being cut, and technicians going on strike.

How did Jonathan Cohen prepare to play an actor who is bad at acting?

He jokingly said he took special acting lessons called 'cours avdas', but actually the director Cédric Klapisch guided him to play the role poorly.

What do Denis Podalydès and Jonathan Cohen think makes someone a movie star?

Having enough fame and audience recognition to headline a big budget movie. Lesser known actors get replaced if the budget increases.

What is the hardest part about shooting intimate love scenes?

Having to pretend intimacy and attraction with someone you barely know, with a whole crew watching. Both actors said it's awkward.

Is it better to have a smooth shoot but mediocre film, or troubled shoot but great film?

They feel it's better to have a great end product even if the filming process was difficult.

How can you make an on-screen kiss less awkward?

It's easier if the actors know each other well and have good chemistry. Discussing boundaries ahead of time also helps.

What mistakes did the fictional director make?

He ignored the producers' notes, didn't communicate well with the actors and crew, and pushed on with filming after losing financing.