The White Lotus films Season 4 in France exploring fame and art

11 articles · Updated · Variety · Apr 25

Filming began two weeks ago at Chateau de la Messardière in Saint-Tropez, with upcoming shoots at Cannes’ Martinez Hotel, Monaco, and Paris; French cast includes Vincent Cassel, Nadia Tereszkiewicz, and Laura Smet.
Producer David Bernad revealed a Cannes waiter encounter inspired the French setting, aligning with creator Mike White’s vision of exploring the loneliness and pain of being an artist in this season.
Helena Bonham Carter has exited the production, with her role being recast. Season 4 is described as White’s most personal and funniest yet, featuring a large international ensemble cast.

What dark histories of the French Riviera hotels will the new season unearth?

How will filming during the Cannes festival blur the lines between fiction and reality?

Will Season 4's satire on the art world be Mike White's most personal critique yet?

Why was a key role so misaligned it forced a rare on-set recasting?

What 'stereotypical' waiter encounter was so profound it defined an entire season?

Can the show satirize the art world without becoming part of the spectacle itself?