Overview

• Released in French cinemas on Wednesday, September 3, the film transposes the director’s 1998 thriller to Paris with a largely French cast including Damien Bonnard and Mathieu Amalric.
• The story follows a grieving father who pursues suspects tied to a clandestine group called the Cercle, taking justice into his own hands as the investigation deepens.
• Critics highlight tense mise en scène and a sustained sense of dread while noting a sometimes “cheap” visual feel and uneven acting around a strong lead turn.
• Kô Shibasaki’s portrayal of an enigmatic psychiatrist is singled out as a standout performance opposite the French ensemble.
• Bonnard describes extreme preparation for the role, the film runs 1h52, and it was shot in Paris and surrounding areas to anchor the cultural transposition.