Lonely Bones

The film follows the story of Marie, a young woman who works in a beauty salon and becomes entangled in a complicated relationship with her lover's older sister. As their affair deepens, Marie finds herself increasingly drawn into a world of desire, deception, and self-discovery.

Lonely Bones was met with critical acclaim, praised for its sensitive portrayal of female desire and its nuanced exploration of complex relationships. Critics lauded Sciamma's direction and the performances of the lead actresses, particularly Adele Haenel.

• Praised for its raw and honest depiction of female sexuality and relationships.

• Admiration for the strong performances, especially from Adele Haenel.

• Sciamma's directorial style was commended for its delicate touch and visual artistry.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's sensitive handling of complex emotional themes and the compelling performances. Some found the narrative slow-paced, but overall it was well-received for its artistic merit.

Nominated for the Queer Lion at the 70th Venice International Film Festival. Won the Grand Prix at the Deauville American Film Festival.

The film's original French title, 'Naissance des pieuvres' (Water Lilies), was changed to 'Lonely Bones' for its international release, a decision that has been noted by critics and audiences.