Cannes Critics’ Panel Day 4: Cristian Mungiu’s Beyond the Hills

Once again, it appears as if we’ll be associating the name of Cristian Mungiu with the Palme d’Or. By the looks of how the trades, critical mass and the results of our critics’ panel, the major contender to break out in the fest during week one of the fest is indeed Beyond the Hills. Set in a monastery, is tells the tale of how one person’s former love has no chances in competing with a higher love. Starring Cosmina Stratan, Cristina Flutur and Valeriu Andriuta, this Romanian-France co-production (Why Not Prod. and Dardenne Bros.’ Les Films du Fleuve) which clocks in at over two and a half hours is being mentioned along with the golden 4 Months, 3 Weeks & 2 Days. This is Mungiu’s fourth feature, first since Tales from the Golden Age. Click to enlarge!