Highlights

15/18

A Place to Heal

Swiss Premiere

Cédric Kahn

France

2026, 105'

Genre

DRAMA

Recommended Age

14 years

VO. French

With

Sophie Guillemin, Cédric Kahn, Malou Khebizi

In presence of

Cédric Kahn and Malou Khebizi, Sunday November 1.

The daily routine of a psychiatric unit for young people is disrupted by the arrival of a new patient. Group dynamics are thrown into disarray and emotions run high in this masterfully crafted ensemble film.

After running away, Lucia is brought back to her psychiatric care unit for teens aged fifteen to eighteen. This is far from her first stay there, she is reunited with her friend Éloïse, the other residents, and the medical staff. One day, the arrival of Enzo disrupts the fragile balance that reigns in the facility. After meticulous research, Cédric Kahn (an actor and director known for, among other works, The Goldman Case, 2023) crafts an ensemble film that is both deeply authentic and respectful of the world it portrays. The film is carried by its outstanding cast, notably Malou Khebizi, who received an award in Venice, alongside young non-professional actors whose electrifying energy shines through.

Damien Brodard

Direction

Cédric Kahn

Screenplay

Cédric Kahn, Kahina Le Querrec

Image

Patrick Ghiringhelli

Editing

Géraldine Mangenot

Music

Gael Rakotondrabe

Sound

Erwan Kerzanet