Philippe Gaulier - The Man Who Waits for Freedom
Dear Friends,
We like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended Philippe’s memorial gathering, as well as to those who have sent messages, flowers, and love from all over the world.
It was so beautiful.
On 18 February 2026 at 14:30, accompanied by a great and warm round of applause from all in attendance, Philippe’s coffin was carried to the crematorium for his final farewell.
His cremated remains are scheduled to return home on 26 February. Then, in mid-April, in accordance with his wishes, we plan to scatter his ashes in the sea off the coast of Brittany — a place he loved deeply and regarded as a spiritual homeland for anarchists.
For those who would like to watch Philippe’s documentary, here is the link to École Philippe Gaulier’s YouTube channel. The film can be freely downloaded as his last present: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0B_b2JX4wH8
The title of the film, “The Man Who Waits for Freedom,” was given by Philippe himself, and he was quite proud of it.
Philippe would surely have been very happy to receive such heartfelt applause in his final moments.
We extend our deepest thanks for the kindness and support you showed him throughout his life.
19 FEB 2026
MICHIKO, BALTHAZAR, SAMUEL GAULIER