#94. White Material
Director: Claire Denis
Writer(s): Denis and Marie N’Diaye
Producers: Pascal Caucheteux (The Beat That My Heart Skipped)
Distributor: Rights Available.
The Gist: This is a contemporary tale set on coffee plantations. Troubled by the rebellion, Maria refuses to abandon her business, which has been in the family for generations.
Fact: Denis’ last film, 35 Rhums (2008) was extremely well received by Venice and TIFF critics.
Why is it on the list?: The director spent her entire childhood in Cameroon (see her excellent directing debut in the little seen 98′ film Chocolat) – so she has an aptitude and understanding for the narrative’s terrain.
Release Date/Status?: Isabelle Huppert being named to be the president of the Cannes jury in 2009 – this means that in all likelihood, this would be showcased out of competition at Cannes.
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