Julia Ducournau talks about her latest body-horror drama Alpha which is now out in theatres in the US.
Set between fear and tenderness, Alpha follows a 13-year-old girl living alone with her mother, whose life spins out of control the day she comes home from school with a mysterious tattoo… and the shadow of a lethal bloodborne disease.
MASTERCLASS
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Dive deep into the creative mind of Palme d’Or-winning filmmaker Julia Ducourneau 🏆✨ Witness the art of making the unimaginable relatable and explore what it truly means to be human. 🥩
Join us for a masterclass shot at SXSW last year where the visionary filmmaker opens up about her journey from the prestigious screenwriting department at La Fémis to captivating audiences worldwide. 🌟
🎥 Discover the intricate details behind her breakout film, 'Raw' (‘Grave’), and the thought-provoking research on cannibalism that challenges our moral boundaries. Julia shares fascinating insights into crafting unrelatable characters into compelling human stories, right in front of our eyes. 🍿
From her early short film 'Junior' to the Palme d'Or-winning 'Titane', learn how she collaborates with actors like Garance Marillier and Agathe Rousselle to bring her unique visions to life. Plus, don't miss out on behind-the-scenes stories of her partnership with Director of Photography Ruben Impens.
Watch the full masterclass on our YouTube channel (link in bio) 💎
