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French | La cache |
Directed by | Lionel Baier |
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Story by | Christophe Boltanski |
Based on | La Cache (The Cache) by Christophe Boltanski |
Produced by | Agnieszka Ramu |
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Cinematography | Patrick Lindenmaier |
Edited by | Pauline Gaillard |
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Running time | 88 minutes |
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The Safe House (French : La cache) is an upcoming comedy-drama film written by Lionel Baier and Catherine Charrier, directed by Baier and starring Michel Blanc and Dominique Reymond. Adapted from La Cache by Christophe Boltanski, the film follows nine-year-old boy, who lived through the events of May 1968 hidden away at his grandparents' house, surrounded by his uncles and great-grandmother. [1] [2]
The international co-production between France, Switzerland and Luxembourg, was selected in the Competition at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, where it will compete for the Golden Bear and have first screening in February 2025 at Berlinale Palast. [3]
Amid the upheaval of Paris in May 1968, a 9-year-old boy is thrilled to spend more time with his grandparents in their beloved apartment. He delights in the lively presence of his artistic and intellectual uncles and their spirited great-grandmother from Odessa. While his parents join the historic protests, the family confronts their history when an esteemed guest seeks shelter in their home.
The Safe House will have its world premiere in February 2025, as part of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, in Competition. [4] [5]
The film will be released in the French cinemas on 19 March 2025 by The Diamond Films. [6]
In January 2025, France’s mk2 Films acquired the international sales rights of the film. [7]
Award | Date of ceremony | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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Berlin International Film Festival | 23 February 2025 | Golden Bear | The Safe House | Pending | [8] |
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