You probably remember, Le Bigdil hosted the evenings on TF1 for a long time between 1998 and 2004. From now on, you can find this cult show on RMC Story. Vincent Lagaf' wanted to keep the original spirit of this legendary entertainment, however, the years have passed and the technology has evolved. If the concept remains unchanged, the behind the scenes of the show have had to adapt to our times.
An iPhone behind Bill's facial expressions
In the original version, Bill was brought to life by a puppeteer. Today it isan iPhone that brings it to life.As reported by MacG, Gilles Vautier, the actor who already lent his features to Bill more than twenty years ago, constantly has an iPhone (probably an iPhone 13 Pro oran iPhone 14 Pro) fixed in front of his face.
🛸 Here's how Gilles Vautier plays Bill the alien!
See you on January 2, 2025 for the big return of#bigdilon RMC Story, channel 23, and in streaming on#RMCBFMPlay!pic.twitter.com/EIvt0vnydv
— RMC Story (@RMCStory)December 28, 2024
The device's TrueDepth cameraanalyzes the actor's facial expressions in real time. His facial expressions are instantly reproduced on Bill's avatar thanks to a cable system connecting the iPhone to the virtual character. A technological feat that allows Bill to regain all his legendary charisma and mischief.
A winning return for Le Bigdil
The bet seems to have paid off for RMC Story. The first issue of this new version of Bigdil brought together no less than1.8 million viewers. An audience record for the channel. This success proves that cult shows still have their place in the French audiovisual landscape!
With a clever mix between tradition and modernity, Le Bigdil version 2023 has managed to seduce nostalgic people while attracting a new audience.A great performance which owes a lot to the iPhone,become essential to bring Bill to life!
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