The Dreamer

2023, France, 94 minutes, fiction, drama

Director: Anaïs Tellenne
Writer: Anaïs Tellenne
Cinematographer: Pierre W. Mazoyer
Producers: Diane Jassem, Céline Chapdaniel

Cast: Raphaël Thiéry, Emmanuelle Devos, Mireille Pitot, Marie-Christine Orry

Raphaël, a one-eyed man, is the caretaker of a mansion where no one lives anymore. Approaching 60, he lives with his mother in a small house at the entrance of the grand estate. His days are filled with mole hunting, bagpipe practice, and the occasional ride in the postwoman’s Kangoo van. One stormy night, Garance—the heiress—returns to the family mansion, and nothing will ever be the same again.

Festivals, Awards, and Nominations:
2023 – Pune International Film Festival – Best Director (Anaïs Tellenne)
2023 – Busan International Film Festival – Audience Award (Anaïs Tellenne)


Anaïs Tellenne

Anaïs Tellenne is a French director, screenwriter, and filmmaker known for her captivating storytelling and distinct visual style. The Dreamer is her feature directorial debut, which premiered at the 2023 Venice Film Festival.

Filmography:
2023 – The Dreamer