The 2022 film Les Volets verts (The Green Shutters) is a poignant drama directed by , serving as a melancholic exploration of aging, legacy, and the vulnerability hidden behind public personas. Adapted from Georges Simenon’s 1950 novel and featuring the final screenplay by Jean-Loup Dabadie , the film is a character study of a "sacred monster" of the stage facing his final act. Core Themes and Narrative

: Jean Becker is noted for providing a "warm humanist look" at his characters, though some critics found the film's shift between comedy and heavy drama to be somewhat "awkward". Technical and Home Media Details

: Much of the acclaim centered on Gérard Depardieu , with reviewers describing his performance as "awesome," "irresistible," and "touching".

: The film is bolstered by a talented ensemble, including Fanny Ardant as Jeanne, Benoît Poelvoorde as Maugin's loyal friend Félix, and Stéfi Celma as his young protégé.

The film received mixed to positive reviews, often praised for its emotional depth but sometimes criticized for its pacing.

: Critics frequently noted that the role feels like an echo of Depardieu’s own life, blurring the lines between the actor and the character.