New Thriller! 'Full Time' Director Reveals 'Before the Storm'

French-Canadian director Éric Gravel, known for his work on 'Full Time', a film that won awards at Venice and the César Awards, is preparing his new film: 'Before the Storm'. This project is presented as a social thriller with a leading French cast that includes Mélanie Thierry, Ludivine Sagnier and Dali Benssalah.

The film promises to be an intense exploration of human relationships and social tensions, with Gravel demonstrating his ability to create impactful cinematic narratives.

The production is handled by Novoprod Cinéma and Be For Films, and filming will begin on March 30 in France.

The plot of 'Before the Storm' unfolds in a single day, following a private nurse, a roofer, a social worker, a real estate agent, a cleaning lady and a man on probation, all dealing with their own crises. The film promises to intertwine their stories dramatically, culminating in an impactful encounter.

This focus on a crucial day and the interconnection of the characters' lives reflects Gravel's ability to create tension and drama.

The cast is completed by Cédric Kahn, Laetitia Dosch, Lyes Salem and Sara Giraudeau.

Gravel's success with 'Full Time' earned him the Best Director and Best Actress awards at the Venice Film Festival, as well as two César Awards. This film, starring Laure Calamy, tells the story of a single mother's struggle to make ends meet while working in a luxury hotel in Paris and facing train strikes.

The film was a critical and public success, consolidating Gravel as a director to watch in the French cinematic landscape.

This previous success generates high expectations for 'Before the Storm'.

Be For Films, based in Brussels, is involved in the production of 'Before the Storm', joining its list of prestigious projects. These projects include 'Yellow Letters', winner of the Golden Bear, and other renowned films.

This partnership underscores Be For Films' commitment to producing quality cinema and supporting visionary filmmakers.

Be For Films' involvement ensures appropriate distribution and promotion for 'Before the Storm'.

Novoprod Cinéma, the production company behind 'Before the Storm', has established a reputation for supporting ambitious and internationally-minded auteur films. The company, founded in 2018, has participated in projects such as 'Love Me Tender', which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, and 'The Doll', presented at various festivals.

This trajectory demonstrates Novoprod Cinéma's commitment to quality independent cinema.

The company has also backed titles such as 'The Mohican' and 'Until Tomorrow'.

The 'Before the Storm' project receives financial backing from the CNC (Development Fund), France 2 Cinéma, Canal+, France Télévisions, Cine+ OCS, the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté and Grand Est regions, Coup de Coeur Production, LN Production, Les Films Velvet, Paprika Films and Panache Productions.

This financial support underscores the importance of the film for the French film industry.

Ad Vitam will handle distribution in France.