He is one of the most talented artists of his generation. Today, it is as a main actor in the film The Count of Monte Cristo that we will soon have the chance to observe him in the cinema. An opportunity for him to talk about his incredible training to play the title role.
We see it everywhere! Whether on streaming platforms, in television shows or in cinemas, Pierre Niney is the most fashionable actor at the moment in France. And for good reason, he proves in all his roles that he has nothing to envy of the greatest of the 7th art. As a result, he received the César for best actor for playing the stylist in the film Yves Saint Laurent by Jalil Lespert.
Plus, he’s a real chameleon. He can act in dramatic works such as Save or perishor even in a humorous series like recently Fiasco, available on Netflix. But then how did Pierre Niney succeed in seducing the public and the world of the 7th art? It seems like his work and determination are the keys to obtain memorable interpretations, particularly for the count of Monte Cristo.
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Actor Pierre Niney won over the public
For several years now, Pierre Niney has been on all French screens. He is as good in drama as he is in comedy.. He even appeared in the Pixar film Toy Story 4, as the voice of the character Fourchette. He therefore managed to prove his talent in all categories. Moreover, since this year he has been the new brand ambassador Lacoste.
Success is there. However, the prodigy admits in his interviews that this work does not happen alone. Indeed, during the promotion of the film Save or perishthe actor had already announced his incredible training to best integrate his character firefighter. He explains : “I spent 4 months in the barracks with the firefighters training physically with them. I went to the training center, to the barracks where I spent nights and where I went on interventions”. But this year, it was another preparation that was very intense.
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Pierre Niney had to redouble his efforts for The Count of Monte Cristo
This Friday June 28, 2024 the movie comes out The count of Monte Cristo by directors Alexandre de la Patellière and Matthieu Delaporte. Pierre Niney plays the title role of Edmond Dantès. But to do this, the preparation was very tough. He announces in an interview with Tele-Leisure : “For the underwater scenes, I trained with the reigning world champion, the Frenchman Stéphane Mifsud, who remained in static apnea for 11 minutes and 30 seconds. It’s very impressive”.
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But it doesn’t stop there. He adds : “For the sword fights, I prepared with an Olympic fencing champion and I relied on a great team of stuntmen. Finally, I also trained physically to be fit enough to play young Edmond Dantès sailor, then lose a little weight for the prison scenes, then gain it back once he escapes”. A preparation worthy of the greatest actors.
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