France,
2022, 110 min
(Alternative: 106 min)
Directed by:
Nicolas GiraudCinematography:
Renaud ChassaingComposer:
SuperpozeCast:
Nicolas Giraud, Mathieu Kassovitz, Féodor Atkine, Hippolyte Girardot, Bruno Lochet, Carole Trevoux, Hélène VincentPlots(1)
Lots of kids want to be astronauts when they grow up but most of them eventually lose interest: not so Jim, an engineer working for a space travel company. The reclusive Jim has devoted himself to a secret project: he is building his own rocket to finally fly among the stars. In order to come even close to fulfilling his lifelong dream, he must open the door of a well-sheltered workshop and let a few like-minded dreamers into it and into his mind. Nicolas Giraud’s atmospheric film gives a glimpse into the determined soul of a man who refuses to give up. The film’s gradual pace handles the subject matter sensitively and movingly with the help of modern visuals and a minimalist soundtrack. (Future Gate)
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