Les Monstres (Monsters)

For as long as 8-year-old Jimmy can remember, his overprotective mother has kept him safe inside their barricaded home, away from the monsters roaming outside. But Jimmy gets increasingly inquisitive, desperate to see what's out there — despite the danger.

Directed by Frank Tremblay, Les Monstres (Monsters) leans on a strong ensemble — Caroline Dhavernas, Étienne Cardin, Derrick Frenette — 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 2021.