Marion Le Corroller, a French filmmaker, makes her feature film debut with “Sanguine,” a movie that delves into the physical effects of stress on young professionals. This body horror film made waves during its Midnight Screening.<\/p>\n
Something is amiss in the halls of Charles Boyau Hospital. Margot (played by Mara Taquin), a young intern, begins her rotation in the emergency department. Under the intense pressure from her superior (Karin Viard), she starts to experience bleeding from every pore of her body.<\/p>\n
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This extreme physical response is a direct result of a system that relentlessly pushes young workers to their limits. Soon, Margot discovers that the bleeding is just the beginning of a far more disturbing transformation…<\/p>\n
In her first feature film, French writer-director Marion Le Corroller tackles a highly relevant and political subject: the impact of work on the mental and physical health of the youth. The film addresses issues like performance targets, competition, self-sacrifice, and lack of recognition, turning a sadly common reality into a horrifying journey.<\/p>\n
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Here are some images from the standing ovation at the Midnight Screening:<\/b><\/p>\n
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Marion Le Corroller, director of Sanguine, thanks those who “survived” the Midnight Screening, starting with her parents. A true horror film about youth at work. She pushes her ideas to the limit and holds nothing back, delivering a true spectacle. #Cannes2026<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/kBWeLztGZP<\/a><\/p>\n