2023, France, 128 minutes, fiction, fantasy, sci-fi
Director: Thomas Cailley
Writers: Thomas Cailley, Pauline Munier
Cinematographer: David Cailley
Producer: Pierre Guyard
Cast: Romain Duris, Adèle Exarchopoulos, Paul Kircher, Tom Mercier
In the near future, a mysterious phenomenon strikes humanity and unexplained mutations gradually transform parts of the population into human-animal hybrids. These creatures are sent to specialized centres in an effort to stop the mutations and control violent tendencies. After a transport crashes in a forest, survivors scatter and paranoia spreads. François and his son Emile search for their missing wife and mother. But Emile is also changing…
Thomas Cailley
A French director and screenwriter, Cailley gained acclaim for his debut Love at First Sight (2014), which won a César Award. In The Animal Kingdom (2023), he explores identity and transformation in a genre-blending, emotional fantasy.
Filmography:
2023 – The Animal Kingdom
2014 – Love at First Sight
Festivals and Awards:
2023 – César Awards – Best Cinematography (David Cailley)
2023 – César Awards – Best Sound, Original Score, Costume Design, Visual Effects
2023 – Louis Delluc Prize – Best Film
2023 – Lumière Awards – Best Director (Thomas Cailley)