The Dardennes on Leon M's Boat

A young woman volunteers to help a refugee boy who has arrived in France with a story of escaping war. She becomes entangled in his past and struggles to discern truth from fabrication as she tries to secure his future. The film explores themes of trust, guilt, and the complexities of humanitarian aid.

The Dardennes on Leon M's Boat received widespread critical acclaim for its subtle yet powerful storytelling and its unflinching examination of contemporary social issues. Critics lauded the Dardenne brothers' signature minimalist style and their ability to elicit profound emotional responses from nuanced performances.

• Praised for its deep empathy and commitment to social realism.

• Lauded for the Dardenne brothers' masterful direction and restrained performances.

• Noted for its challenging but ultimately rewarding exploration of complex ethical dilemmas.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's emotional depth and the powerful performances, finding it thought-provoking and moving. Some viewers found the pacing deliberate, but most agreed that the film's humanistic message was its strongest asset.

Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival.

The film was shot on location in the industrial outskirts of Seraing, Belgium, a region familiar to the Dardenne brothers, who often use their native region as a backdrop for their stories.