Must-See Movies March 18: Last Chance Project, Rays and Shadows, The Whistle…

Last Chance Project by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller

Starring Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller, Milana Vayntrub…

What’s it about? Ryland Grace, a science teacher, wakes up alone on a spaceship, light-years from Earth, with no memory of who he is or why he’s there. Gradually, his memory returns, and he realizes the stakes of his mission: to solve the mystery of the strange substance causing the extinction of the Sun.

Did you know? Ryan Gosling is no stranger to space. After playing astronaut Neil Armstrong in Damien Chazelle’s biopic First Man, the American actor is back on a very different kind of space expedition in Last Chance Project.

Shadows and Lights by Xavier Giannoli

With Jean Dujardin, Nastya Golubeva, August Diehl…

What’s it about? During World War II, the true story of Jean and Corinne Luchaire, a father and daughter caught in the gears of collaboration.

Did you know? Jean Dujardin portrays the complex and nuanced role of a man who gradually sympathizes with members of the Third Reich. His daughter is played by actress Nastya Golubeva, who is the real-life daughter of director Leos Carax (Lovers on the Bridge, Annette).

The Whistle by Corin Hardy

With Dafne Keen, Percy Hynes White, Sophie Nélisse…

What’s it about? High school students discover an ancient Aztec whistle. They find that blowing into the object emits a terrifying sound that summons their future deaths to hunt them.

Police Flash 80 by Jean-Baptiste Saurel

With François Damiens, Audrey Lamy, Xavier Lacaille…

What’s it about? 1984. Yvon Kastendeuch, a traditional cop and fan of Michel Sardou, is reluctantly put in charge of an “elite unit”: Police Flash 80. He must now team up with Guilaine, an overworked mom and the brains of the group, Marfoud, a Minitel geek, and Roberto, an undercover agent with a mullet.

Reminders Of Him by Vanessa Caswill

With Maika Monroe, Tyriq Withers, Rudy Pankow…

What’s it about? After seven years in prison, Kenna Rowan returns to her hometown in hopes of reuniting with her daughter.

David by Brent Dawes, Phil Cunningham

With Elie Semoun, Asim Chaudhry, Gaetan Borg…

What’s it about? David is a young, charismatic shepherd whose enchanting voice delights his family and King Saul. When the giant Goliath terrorizes his people, David, armed only with a sling, a few stones, and unwavering faith, steps forward. Thus begins the extraordinary destiny of a simple shepherd who became king and saved the soul of a kingdom.

Did you know? Released in American theaters on December 19, 2025, David was a huge success, grossing $83 million at the box office. It became the biggest opening of all time for a religious animated film, surpassing the previous record held by The Prince of Egypt.

The Price War by Anthony Dechaux

With Ana Girardot, Olivier Gourmet, Julien Frison…

What’s it about? Audrey, a farmer’s daughter and department head at a provincial supermarket, is thrust into the central purchasing department of her company to advocate for organic and local produce. Teaming up with a formidable negotiator, Audrey must fight to make her beliefs thrive in a ruthless system.

Did you know? Anthony Dechaux originally considered Julien Frison for the role of Axel, the salesman with whom Ana Girardot’s character has an affair. “And when I had him read the script, he told me he wanted to play the farmer,” Dechaux recounted.

Dance of the Foxes by Valéry Carnoy

With Samuel Kircher, Faycal Anaflous, Jef Cuppens…

What’s it about? In a sports boarding school, Camille, a gifted young boxer, is miraculously saved from a deadly accident by his best friend Matteo. Although doctors believe he has fully recovered, an unexplained pain gradually engulfs him, putting his dreams of greatness at risk.

Did you know? Valéry Carnoy cites the realistic Kids Return by Takeshi Kitano, a 1996 film in which one of the main characters discovers a talent for boxing, as a reference.

The Slap by Frédéric Hambalek

With Laeni Geiseler, Julia Jentsch, Felix Kramer…

What’s it about? Julia and Tobias appear to be the perfect couple. But behind the facade, tension simmers. The fragile balance between them shatters when their daughter Marielle suddenly develops telepathic abilities, giving her the power to see and hear everything her parents do, day and night.

Did you know? With the exception of the publisher’s office, the entire film was shot on location. This was a deliberate choice by Frédéric Hambalek, who sought to remain as true as possible to the contemporary world while emphasizing certain aspects.

Night Scenes by Filipe Matzembacher, Marcio Reolon

With Gabriel Faryas, Cirillo Luna, Henrique Barreira…

What’s it about? A popular young actor and an ambitious politician start a secret affair. Together, they explore their fetish for having sex in public places at night. As they take greater risks during their nocturnal escapades, their desire intensifies, threatening to shatter their careers and everything they have built.

Did you know? This is the third feature film directed by the duo Filipe Matzembacher and Marcio Reolon after Beira-Mar or the Age of First Times (2015) and Hard Paint (2018). The couple, who are partners in life as well, met during their film studies.

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