La Chambre bleue

In a room, a man and a woman live their passion in secret. Their desire is intense. But one day Julien has to explain himself to the police. What is he accused of? La Chambre Bleue is the second feature film directed by Amalric who already attended the Brussels Film Festival for Tournée in 2010. As impressive and intimate as the 1963 novel by Simenon from which the film is accurately adapted, La Chambre Bleue is a raw crime story that deals with adultery, sex, marriage and guilt. The narrow format and the actors who display a fascinating strangeness create an oppressive atmosphere that suits the novel’s complexity while allowing the audience to read this dark court case. Almaric’s deep and disturbing exploration of a man facing his intricate relationships with women is the ultimate treat.

Flagey, Brussels Film Festival