
In the narrow kitchen of a family home, two women in their fourties are chatting. Out of the blue, one of them kisses the other. But after their intimate moment, the reality of their lives kicks in. Both women are married, in fact one to the other's brother.
Directed by Yael Vallotton, L'eau qui dort leans on a strong ensemble — Isabelle Caillat, Barbara Tobola, Dominique Bourquin — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 2022.
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