Florian Zeller, Director of ‘The Father’, Inducted into Académie Française

Renowned playwright turned director Florian Zeller recently became a member of the Académie Française, a prestigious literary society in France. This society, founded in 1635, has played a significant role in shaping French culture, focusing on language, grammar, and usage since the time of Louis XIV.

Zeller, famous for his directorial debut in the Oscar-winning film “The Father,” starring Anthony Hopkins, is now part of the 40-member Académie Française, known as the “immortals.” These members, including iconic figures like Victor Hugo and Eugene Ionesco, are respected writers, philosophers, and scientists. At just 46 years old, Zeller is the second youngest member ever elected to the society, following in the footsteps of Edmond Rostand, the writer of “Cyrano de Bergerac.”

Currently, Zeller is gearing up for his next project, “Bunker,” a psychological thriller that will feature stars like Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem. Filming is set to begin in Spain next month, making it an eagerly awaited follow-up to his previous work, “The Son,” which captivated audiences with its emotional depth.