THE FIVE DEVILS by Léa Mysius | IN-PERSON (6/9)
THE FIVE DEVILS by Léa Mysius | IN-PERSON (6/9)
Chicago Filmmakers (map) | Friday, June 9 at 7:00PM Central
Accompanied by the short film ANGEL by local filmmaker Alice Avery who will appear in-person for a post-screening conversation.
In celebration of Pride Month, Chicago Filmmakers announces June’s REELING PRIDE FILM SHOWCASE presented by MUBI. This special showcase of LGBTQ+ cinema brings audiences together ahead of the annual REELING: The Chicago LGBTQ+ International Film Festival.
Enjoy a series of films that feature queer characters on their journeys of self-discovery, and explore the connections with family, friends, or lovers that define us.
Chicago Filmmakers does not deny admission to those who do not have the ability to make a donation. Please email coop [at] chicagofilmmakers.org to inquire about free admission.
PROGRAM
THE FIVE DEVILS (France, 2022)
This film is accompanied by the short ANGEL (USA, 2023) by local filmmaker/video artist Alice Avery. Alice will appear in person for a post-screening conversation.
SYNOPSIS: Vicky has a mysterious gift: she can recreate any scent she comes across, even that of her beloved mother Joanne. When her estranged aunt suddenly returns to town, the invocation of her fragrance plunges the young girl back in time to unravel a past replete with family secrets and queer romance.
DIRECTOR: Léa Mysius
PRODUCERS: Fanny Yvonnet, Jean-Louis Livi
STARRING: Adèle Exarchopoulos, Swala Emati, Sally Dramé, Moustapha Mbengue, Patrick Bouchitey, Daphne Patakia, Hugo Dillon, Antonia Buresi, Noée Abita, Charlotte Bon Bornier
COPRESENTED BY: MUBI
Total Run Time: 96 mins
Eight-year-old Vicky (newcomer Sally Dramé) has a mysterious gift: she can recreate any scent she comes across, even that of her beloved mother Joanne (Palme d’Or winner Adèle Exarchopoulos). When Vicky’s estranged aunt suddenly returns to their mountain town, the invocation of her fragrance plunges the young girl back in time to unravel the mystery of Joanne’s fiery past with her now sister-in-law. The acclaimed breakout from filmmaker Léa Mysius (screenwriter for Claire Denis and Jacques Audiard), The Five Devils forges a witchy and wildly imaginative fable out of family secrets and queer romance.
French writer/director Léa Mysius was born in 1989. After a number of short films which were widely noticed at festivals, her feature film debut, Ava, premiered at Critics’ Week in Cannes in 2017, where it was awarded the prix SACD. She has written with fellow directors, notably Claire Denis, Jacques Audiard and Arnaud Desplechin. 2022 sees her return behind the camera with The Five Devils which premiered at Director’s Fortnight.
Presented by…
Chicago Filmmakers Firehouse Cinema
In-person screenings are held at Chicago Filmmakers’ Firehouse Cinema located at 1326 W. Hollywood Ave in the Edgewater neighborhood. Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes prior to showtime and be ready to present your order confirmation number for admission. Masks are strongly recommended, but not required.
