Theatrical Thriller Explores Justice and Desperation: “Can We Justify a Criminal Gesture?”
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A Gripping Adaptation Takes the Stage
A thoght-provoking theatrical experience, adapted from Tanguy Viel’s compelling thriller, is captivating audiences wiht its exploration of morality and desperation. Emmanuel Noblet masterfully directs this production, transforming the written word into a dynamic stage performance that delves into the psyche of a man pushed to his limits.
The Plight of Martial Kermeur: When Injustice Leads to Crime
The play centers on Martial Kermeur, a man driven to the edge after a real estate project, in which he invested his life savings, collapses in his Breton community. This failure, perhaps the final straw for the recently divorced and unemployed fifty-year-old, ignites a desperate act. The narrative unfolds through Kermeur’s deposition, as he faces a judge seeking to understand the motivations behind his actions. The play asks profound questions about the breaking point of an individual facing seemingly insurmountable odds.
The writer Tanguy Viel has imagined the deposition of a cornered man, ready to do anything to regain his dignity.
The intense dialogue between Kermeur and the judge becomes a vehicle for examining the complexities of justice, both in its legal and social dimensions. The judge, bound by article 353 of the Code of Criminal Procedure
to form an intimate conviction,
must grapple with the human cost of economic hardship and the potential for injustice within the system. This exploration resonates deeply in today’s world, where economic inequality continues to fuel social unrest. Such as, recent statistics show a widening gap between the wealthy and the working class, leading to increased feelings of disenfranchisement and anger, mirroring Kermeur’s own experiences.
Vincent Guarantor’s Acclaimed Performance
Vincent Guarantor delivers a powerful performance as Martial Kermeur, earning him a nomination for the prestigious Molière Award for best Actor in a Public Theater Show. His portrayal captures the character’s raw emotion and vulnerability, drawing the audience into his desperate struggle.
vincent Guarantor has just been selected for the Molière of the actor In a public theater show for his game in this play.
Production Details and Artistic Vision
The production boasts a talented creative team, including Alain Lagarde (Scenography), Vyara Stefanova (Light), Sébastien Found (Sound), and Pierre Martin-Niol (Video), all contributing to a visually and aurally immersive experience. The play is adapted by Emmanuel Noblet from the novel by Tanguy viel and features both Noblet and Vincent Guarantor in the cast.
Event Information
The show was performed on Monday, April 14th at 8 p.m. at the Salle of arts and cultures.
Show offered by Val’Eyrieux as part of her traveling cultural season, in partnership with the comedy of Valence
Recommended for audiences aged 15 and older.
Ticketing Information
Tickets were available through the Ardèche Hautes Valleys tourist office (04 75 64 80 97) and the comedy of Valence (04 75 78 41 70).
- Full price: €14
- Reduced rate: €10
- Children under 16: €7
- Solidarity rate (adults): €7
- Solidarity rate (children under 16): €5
