Both Sides of the Blade
dir. Claire Denis · 2022
Plot
Jean and Sara have been living together for 10 years. When they first met, Sara was living with François, Jean’s best friend and an admirer from back when he played rugby. Jean and Sara love each other. One day, Sara sees François in the street. He does not notice her, but she is overtaken by the sensation that her life could suddenly change. François gets back in touch with Jean. For the first time in years. He suggests they start working together again. From here on, things spiral out of control.
Why watch
Sara encounters François on the street, a moment that unravels the stability of her decade-long relationship with Jean. As the past collides with the present, the film immerses viewers in a world where love is both a sanctuary and a source of turmoil. Watching it feels like navigating a labyrinth of emotions, where every glance and silence carries the weight of unspoken histories.