On the Adamant
dir. Nicolas Philibert · 2023
Being alive means finding connection and support in a world that often overlooks the humanity of those who struggle.
A group of adults gather at a unique day-care center floating on the Seine, where the team strives to provide a nurturing environment amidst the complexities of mental health. Watching this film feels like stepping into a serene yet poignant world, where the rhythms of daily life unfold against the backdrop of Paris, revealing the profound connections formed in the face of adversity.
The Adamant is a unique day-care centre. A floating structure located on the Seine in the heart of Paris, it welcomes adults suffering from mental disorders, offering the kind of care that grounds them in time and space and helps them to recover or keep up their spirits. The team running it tries to resist the deterioration and dehumanisation of psychiatry as best as they can.
