“Funny, moving, enjoyable”: rating 3.7 out of 5, this movie is a must see at the cinema

Less than four months after the Goldman trial, which was particularly well received by the press, Cedric Kahn presents his new film, Making Of. Exploring a subject he knows well as it pertains to the world of cinema, this enjoyable comedy was very well received. Average rating 3.7 out of 5 by French critics.

It’s even the best movie of the week, ahead of If Only I Could Hibernate, Scrapper, A Silence or even Mean Girls, Lolita Despite Me.

What are you doing?

Simon, an experienced director, begins filming a film about the workers’ struggle to save their factory. But between the abuse of his producer, out-of-control actors, and advanced technicians, he quickly becomes overwhelmed by events. Abandoned by financiers, Simon must face social conflict with his own team. In this hellish shoot, his only ally is the young extraordinaire he’s tasked with producing.

Jonathan Cohen as himself (or almost): What is The Goldman Trial Director’s Making Of?

What does the press think?

According to South West:

“Funny (very), exciting, political, enjoyable. Finally, a true ‘bias’ that reflects cinema as it is.” (Julien Rousset) 5/5

According to La Croix:

“In the aftermath of the Goldman trial, the filmmaker, in a determined spirit, takes us behind the scenes with Dennis Podalides in full force, giving us a very personal and delicious look at his work as a director.” (Celine Rudden) 4/5

According to Le Figaro:

“A film within a film, twisted and profound.” (Eric Neuhoff) 4/5

According to Mariana:

“After so many other directors (especially American ones) of late, it’s Frenchman Cédric Kahn’s turn to present his vision of the microcosm of cinema seen from the inside. And, the good news, his film is nothing like his prestigious colleagues.” (Olivier de Bruyn) 4/5

According to Télé 7 Jours:

“Three months after the Goldman trial, Cedric Kahn tries his cool with this hilarious comedy that defies the small world of cinema, this fantasy factory of dreams, without complacency.” (Julien Barcelona) 4/5

According to Télérama:

“The director has barely started shooting the film and things are getting watery. The comedy of the author of “The Goldman Court”, served by an unrivaled casting, is also a success.” (Guillemet Odicchino) 4/5

According to Le Point:

“Podalides is excellent as the drifting director. As for Cohen, flirting with self-deprecation, reaching the fate of playing—well—an actor who doesn’t know how to play, he certainly proves a great talent.” (Violine de Montclos) 4/5

According to Les Fiches du Cinéma:

“A filmmaker who likes to shrug off established figures to fit them into his own style, Cedric Kahn offers his version of ‘filmmaking.’ to find its theme and its tone.” (Nicolas Markade) 3/5

According to Paris Match:

“Cedric Kahn doesn’t settle for a ‘banal’ film in a film. No, he adds a degree of complexity to ‘a film talking about a film about a film’. But in the end it’s all very skillfully delivered. Out.” (Benjamin Lokoj) 3/5

According to Cahiers du Cinéma:

“His alter ego (literally) disappearing for the benefit of the next generation shows a reluctance to face the hot potato that seems to be for a political film and a heartfelt comedy.” (Charlotte Garson) 2/5