In the Shadow of Iris

A young woman, Anya, is kidnapped and held captive. Her desperate father, Paul, is forced to contact the police, but his estranged wife, Karine, who he claims is responsible for the kidnapping, denies any involvement. As Paul races against time to find his daughter, he uncovers a tangled web of secrets and deceit involving his family and their acquaintances.

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its convoluted plot and predictable twists as major drawbacks. While some appreciated the tense atmosphere and performances, many found the narrative to be underdeveloped and unsatisfying.

• The film suffers from a confusing and ultimately unsatisfying narrative.

• Performances are generally competent, but cannot salvage the weak script.

• Despite a tense setup, the thriller elements fail to deliver a compelling payoff.

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Director Xavier Gens is also known for directing the horror film 'Frontière(s)' (2007) and the dystopian sci-fi 'The Divide' (2011).