Overview

• The documentary 'Les Fossoyeurs,' co-written by Victor Castanet, premiered on France 2 on March 25, 2025, to critical acclaim.
• It dramatizes whistleblower testimonies and reveals systemic neglect and financial malpractices in Orpea's elder care facilities.
• Whistleblowers, including former employees, risked personal and legal repercussions to expose abusive practices and financial misconduct.
• The revelations from Castanet's 2022 book led to the collapse of Orpea's leadership, financial restructuring, and a rebranding as Emeis.
• Legal proceedings against former Orpea executives are ongoing, while the company continues efforts to rebuild trust and improve care standards.