European Union Film Festival: The Animal Kingdom

Part of the European Union Film Festival in partnership with the University of Pittsburgh

This visionary thriller drops viewers into a world where mutations in human genetics cause people to transform into hybrid creatures. François (Romain Duris) does everything he can to save his wife, who is affected by the mysterious condition. As some of the creatures disappear into a nearby forest, François embarks with Émile (a revelatory Paul Kircher), his 16-year-old-son, on a quest to find his wife with help from a local police officer (Adèle Exarchopoulos). The Animal Kingdom had its world premiere on opening night of the Cannes Film Festival in 2023 and was later nominated for 12 César Awards, including Best Film and Best Actor, taking home five, including Best Cinematography.

Directed by Thomas Cailley

2023 | France, Belgium | French language with English subtitles | DCP

Faculty and students of the University of Pittsburgh may attend for free by showing a Pitt University ID at the door.