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Film Exposes Online Outrage Dangers
8 Jun
Summary
- Drama 'Forsaken' depicts a teacher's lesson on free speech gone tragic.
- The film has achieved over 500,000 admissions locally.
- International sales span Europe, North America, and Asia.
Vincent Garenq's drama 'Forsaken,' inspired by the true story of French teacher Samuel Paty, has achieved substantial international sales following its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival. The film has also performed well domestically, exceeding 500,000 admissions since its theatrical release on May 13.
'Forsaken' centers on a dedicated teacher who leads a classroom discussion on free speech. However, a false accusation triggers a viral online campaign fueled by misinformation and radicalization, leading to a tragic spiral. The narrative explores how rumor, collective inaction, and online outrage can lead to devastating consequences.
Studio TF1 has successfully closed distribution deals for 'Forsaken' in Italy, Spain, Austria, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Israel, Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, Greece, and Bulgaria. The film has also been released in Benelux and Switzerland, with ongoing negotiations for distribution in Germany, Japan, and India. Actor Antoine Reinartz and Emmanuelle Bercot star in the film, directed by Garenq.
