The World of Yesterday (2022)
Le Monde d'hier
Le monde d'hier 2022
The World of Yesterday is a film that tells a story of modern France, which is a reflection of the current political climate in America. The movie is a blend of morality tale, political thriller and a vivid portrait of our current moment. The plot follows the French president, played by Léa Drucker, who has decided to step down and has thrown her support to a successor, but a potential scandal could toss the upcoming election to a right-wing demagogue (Thierry Godard). The Secretary-General (Denis Podalydès) warns that "If France falls, so does Europe" . With only three days to act, the president has to consider an unthinkable course of action to prevent the election from going in the wrong direction. The president also carries a personal secret which adds more complexity to the situation. Directed by Diastème, the film poses many timely questions, particularly "What happens when state secrets are personal?"
The World of Yesterday is a film that tells a story of modern France, which is a reflection of the current political climate in America. The movie is a blend of morality tale, political thriller and a vivid portrait of our current moment. The plot follows the French president, played by Léa Drucker, who has decided to step down and has thrown her support to a successor, but a potential scandal could toss the upcoming election to a right-wing demagogue (Thierry Godard). The Secretary-General (Denis Podalydès) warns that "If France falls, so does Europe" . With only three days to act, the president has to consider an unthinkable course of action to prevent the election from going in the wrong direction. The president also carries a personal secret which adds more complexity to the situation. Directed by Diastème, the film poses many timely questions, particularly "What happens when state secrets are personal?"
