Slack Bay

In the summer of 1910, on the coast of northern France, the peculiar Machin family, notorious for their strange habits and alleged disappearances of tourists, welcomes a detective and his assistant investigating the vanishing acts. Simultaneously, the wealthy but eccentric Quenelle family is also on holiday, with their own set of eccentricities and rivalries. The two families become entangled in a series of bizarre events, leading to a comedic and surreal exploration of human nature and societal norms.

Slack Bay received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its unique and eccentric style, strong performances, and absurdist humor. Some found the film's deliberate pacing and unconventional narrative challenging, while others celebrated its originality and bold artistic vision.

• Praised for its audacious and surreal humor.

• Applauded for its striking visual style and committed performances.

• Noted for its peculiar and often challenging narrative approach.

Google audience: Audiences generally found Slack Bay to be a unique and quirky film, appreciating its eccentric characters and unconventional storytelling. Some viewers enjoyed the dark humor and distinctive atmosphere, while others found it too strange or slow-paced.

Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival.

The film's distinctive, almost theatrical aesthetic was inspired by silent films and early cinema, with director Bruno Dumont deliberately employing an anachronistic visual style.