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Saint Omer

2022, Movie, 2h 3min

A novelist attends the trial of a woman accused of killing her 15-month-old daughter by abandoning her to the rising tide on a beach in northern France. But as the trial continues, her own family history, doubts, and fears about motherhood are steadily dislodged as the life story of the accused is gradually revealed.

Country: France

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Cast:

Louise Lemoine Torrès

Reviews

Critic Sophie Monks Kaufman

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Although technically a work of fiction, “Saint Omer” is fiercely documentary-like in its concerns.

Read full review at Indie Wire

Critic Josh Kupecki

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It is riveting and uncompromising cinema of the highest order.

Read full review at The Austin Chronicle

Critic Murtada Elfadl

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...an empathetic portrayal of a woman accused of infanticide.

Read full review at The A.V. Club

Critic Andy Crump

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...a harrowing look at ambivalent motherhood.

Read full review at Paste Magazine

Critic David Jenkins

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A literature professor observes a court case in which a mother stands accused of murdering her child in Alice Diop's sublime drama.

Read full review at Little White Lies

Critic Peter Bradshaw

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...witchcraft and baby killing in extraordinary real-life courtroom drama.

Read full review at The Guardian

Frequently asked questions

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In the coastal town of Saint-Omer, a young woman named Laurence Coly stands trial for the murder of her 15-month-old daughter. Rama, a literature professor and novelist, attends the trial seeking inspiration for a modern retelling of the ancient Medea myth. As she delves deeper into Coly's life and hears testimonies from witnesses, Rama's convictions begin to waver. The film explores themes of isolation, identity, and motherhood as Rama grapples with her own personal demons and the harsh realities of Coly's situation. With powerful performances from Kayije Kagame and Guslagie Malanda, Saint Omer is a thought-provoking drama that will leave audiences questioning their own judgments and empathizing with its complex characters.

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Saint Omer was released in theaters on January 13, 2023.