Simenon et l'affaire du cinéma

The documentary runs for 58 minutes and features contributions from Jacques Fieschi, Serge Toubiana, Didier Decoin, and Mylène Demongeot. It investigates why Simenon, despite his significant contributions to film, claimed to hate cinema. The film poses intriguing questions about his reluctance to embrace the medium, touching on themes of claustrophobia and the challenges of adaptation.

With its focus on biography and literature, this documentary appeals to collectors interested in the intersection between writing and film. The examination of Simenon's legacy and his literary creation, Inspector Maigret, adds depth to the narrative. As adaptations of his work continue to emerge, this film offers insight into the author’s complicated legacy in the cinematic world.