English Title: The Truth
Theatrical Release Date: 2 January 2020
Genre: Drama
Language: French, English
Now Available to Buy or Rent In: Singapore
Legends of French cinema Catherine Deneuve and Juliette Binoche join masterful filmmaker Hirokazu Koreeda (Shoplifters, Still Walking) to paint a moving portrait of family dynamics in The Truth. Fabienne (Catherine Deneuve) is an aging French movie star who, despite her momentary lapses in memory, remains a venerable force to be reckoned with.
Upon the publication of her memoirs, her daughter Lumir (Juliette Binoche) returns to Paris from New York with her husband (Ethan Hawke) and their young daughter to commemorate its release. A sharp and funny battle of wits ensues between the mother-daughter duo, as Lumir takes issue with Fabienne’s rose-colored version of the past.
Reflected cleverly by Fabienne’s latest role in a sci fi drama, their strained relationship takes a poignant journey toward possible reconciliation. Charming, bold, and imbued with endless emotional insight. The Truth offers a relatable look at human relationships, featuring exquisite performances from its all-star cast.
Crew & Cast
- Juliette Binoche as Lumir
- Ethan Hawke as Hank
- Clementine Grenier as Charlotte
- Catherine Deneuve as Fabienne Dangeville
- Director: Kore-eda Hirokazu
- Producer: Muriel Merlin, Miyuki Fukuma, Rachid Bouchareb
- Screenwriter: Kore-eda Hirokazu, Ken Liu