Le Préparateur is a 2006 documentary directed by Noëlle Pujol that delves into the meticulous work of a taxidermist at the Muséum d'Histoire Naturelle in Angers, France. The film captures the intricate process of preparing a swan for display, highlighting the transformation from a lifeless specimen to a preserved exhibit. Through detailed observation, it explores themes of life, death, and the human desire to immortalize nature. The taxidermist's role is portrayed as multifaceted, encompassing skills akin to those of a photographer, surgeon, butcher, sculptor, and tailor, reflecting the complex artistry involved in taxidermy.