The magnetic Adèle Exarchopoulos soars to new heights in Emmanuel Marre and Julie Lecoustre’s riotous, behind-the-scenes look at the corporate grind of aviation hospitality. Against the precarious cycle of long hours, casual sex, and parties, life on the ground beckons as a hopeful emergency exit.
A profound reflection on personhood and identity, Mia Hansen-Løve’s Things to Come effortlessly brings the pleasures of philosophy into everyday life. In one of her most touching performances, Isabelle Huppert exquisitely conveys the tempestuous gap between one’s private and intellectual personas.
Belgian auteur Joachim Lafosse directs this tragedy—based off of actual events—regarding the oppressive powers of familial bonds. Lead actress Émilie Dequenne deservedly took home the Un Certain Regard award for Best Actress from the Cannes Film Festival for her revelatory, bereaved turn. Riveting.