Beautiful, interesting, incredible cinema.
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Synopsis
Neige regularly visits her beloved Algerian grandfather Emir in his retirement home. It was Emir who raised her, and who offered protection from her toxic parents. Emir’s death will escalate family tensions and trigger a profound identity crisis for Neige.
Synopsis
Neige regularly visits her beloved Algerian grandfather Emir in his retirement home. It was Emir who raised her, and who offered protection from her toxic parents. Emir’s death will escalate family tensions and trigger a profound identity crisis for Neige.
Our take
Maïwenn’s delicate, personal examination of roots, identity, and familial ties was part of Cannes’ Official Selection for 2020. A blistering cast including the director herself, Fanny Ardant, Louis Garrel and Marine Vacth give this confrontational family drama its intense emotional power.