The Truth

Fabienne, a celebrated French film star, publishes her memoirs, sparking a conflict with her daughter Lumir, a New York-based screenwriter. Lumir travels back to Paris with her husband and son to confront her mother about the inaccuracies and omissions in the book. As they revisit their past, mother and daughter's complex relationship is explored through unspoken resentments and differing perspectives.

The Truth received generally positive reviews from critics, with praise for its performances, particularly from Catherine Deneuve and Juliette Binoche, and its exploration of mother-daughter relationships and the nature of truth in storytelling. Some critics found the film to be subtle to the point of being understated, but most appreciated its nuanced emotional depth.

• Exceptional performances by Catherine Deneuve and Juliette Binoche anchor the film.
• Explores the complexities of family relationships and the subjective nature of truth with nuance.
• Kore-eda's direction offers a poignant and reflective cinematic experience.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's thoughtful exploration of family dynamics and the performances of the lead actresses. Some viewers found the pacing to be slow, but many connected with the emotional resonance and subtle storytelling.

Nominated for the Golden Lion at the 76th Venice International Film Festival. Won the Robert Bresson Prize at the Deauville American Film Festival.

The film marked the first time acclaimed French actress Catherine Deneuve would be directed by Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda, and also the first time she and Juliette Binoche would share the screen as mother and daughter.