FFMUC 2022 — Film #8
Hurrying from one movie theater to another because of back to back screenings is THE definition of film festival feelings! Needless to say, I’m beyond happy that I decided to watch this gem right Aftersun (geddit?). En corps is tragic, heartwarming, and hopeful all at the same time. Above all, it proves once again why we need cinemas—watching a film alone diminishes to almost nothing compared to the shared laughs, tears, cackles, and sobs.
En corps follows Elise, a ballet dancer who, after a career-alternating accident, has to regain her balance. After some time spent struggling, she realizes that only with figurative balance, she will be able to regain literal balance. It’s a poignant story…