Our Heroes Died Tonight

A fist-time director raised on Jean-Pierre Melville’s police procedurals, German Expressionist masterpieces and timeless Hollywood film noirs, he somehow managed to cram all his inspiration, every single reference and an entire army of his favorite film ghosts in a truly impressive debut.

Watching the collision between two professional boxers and members of the Parisian underworld in the 60s, the director conjures up a series of images that celebrate style and good taste, surrounding his main characters with memorable supporting players that elevate “Our Heroes Died Tonight” into an imposing universe of menacing shadows, crafted with impressive artistry and a dream-like atmosphere. Fresh off its premiere at the recent Cannes Film Festival, the film is a strong contender for this year’s Golden Athena. L.K.

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Εναλλακτικοί τίτλοι / Alternative titles: Nos Heros Sont Morts Ce Soir / Our Heroes Died Tonight

Σκηνοθεσία / Director: David Perrault

Σενάριο / Screenwriter: David Perrault

Φωτογραφία / DoP: Christophe Duchange

Μουσική / Music: Julien Gester, Olivier Gonord

Μοντάζ / Editor: Maxime Pozzi-Garcia

Ηθοποιοί / Principal Cast: Denis Ménochet, Jean-Pierre Martins, Constance Dollé, Philippe Nahon, Pascal Demolon, Alice Barnole

Γαλλία / France
2013
Ασπρόμαυρο / B&W
94'
Γαλλικά / French

* Screens on 19th September and 23th September