Jumbo

Jeanne, a shy young woman, works at a bustling amusement park and lives a lonely life. Her world changes when she becomes captivated by a new, immersive attraction: a giant, technologically advanced fairground object. As her fascination deepens, Jeanne develops an intimate and unconventional relationship with this mechanical marvel, blurring the lines between human connection and artificiality.

Jumbo received generally positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its unique premise and sensitive exploration of unconventional love and loneliness. While some found its pacing deliberate, the film was frequently praised for its performances and its brave, empathetic portrayal of an unusual romance.

• Praised for its original and daring exploration of love and connection.
• Noémie Merlant delivers a compelling and nuanced performance.
• The film's unique visual style and thematic depth were frequently cited as strengths.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unique concept and emotional depth, with many finding the story thought-provoking and the central performance moving. Some viewers noted the unconventional nature of the romance as a point of discussion.

Selected to compete for the Golden Bear at the 70th Berlin International Film Festival.

The large, central object in the film, which becomes the object of Jeanne's affection, was designed to be an ambiguous entity, meant to represent different things to different viewers, from a machine to a symbol of comfort or even a 'lover'.