BPM (Beats per Minute)

In early 1990s Paris, a group of AIDS activists from ACT UP mobilizes to raise public awareness and fight for government action amidst a climate of fear and indifference. The film follows their passionate struggles, internal debates, and personal lives as they organize protests, distribute information, and confront the devastating impact of the epidemic.

BPM (Beats per Minute) was widely acclaimed by critics for its powerful portrayal of activism, its raw emotional impact, and its sensitive handling of the AIDS crisis. The film was praised for its blend of historical accuracy, fictionalized drama, and its focus on the human stories behind the fight.

• A vital and deeply moving film that captures the urgency and humanity of AIDS activism.

• Praised for its authenticity, emotional resonance, and ensemble performances.

• Hailed as an essential historical document and a powerful call to action.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's emotional impact, its historical significance in depicting the fight against AIDS, and the powerful performances of its cast. Many viewers found it to be a deeply affecting and thought-provoking experience.

Won the Grand Prix at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival, and received multiple César Award nominations and wins, including Best Film and Best Original Screenplay. It also won the Lumières Award for Best Film.

Director Robin Campillo was himself an active member of ACT UP Paris in the late 1980s and early 1990s, lending an authentic perspective to the film's portrayal of the activist movement.