French filmmaker François Ozon has been going at it now for nearly 20 years. His prolific filmography is filled with numerous genre hops and risk-taking endeavors, but also plenty of critical acclaim. From what I am hearing, his now Cannes-stamped new film “Ete 85” is supposed to be one the very best works of his career.
A teaser has been released for the upcoming film, which tells the story of a young man’s memorable summer in 1985. By the looks of it, the film is a sex-oriented coming-of-age film. That beautiful song you hear in the background is from Robert Smith and The Cure.
Written and directed by Ozon, “Ete 85” stars Félix Lefebvre, Benjamin Voisin, Philippine Velge, Valeria Bruni Tedeschi, and Melvil Poupaud. There is currently no release date, but expect one very soon as well as a European release date. A TIFF bow is also all but booked.
Last year, Ozon released “By the Grace of God,” which premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival and took home the Jury Grand Prix. Other essential Ozon works include “Swimming Pool,” “Under the Sand,” “8 Women,” “Double Lover” and “Frantz.”
You can watch the teaser below:
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