Violence, All Alone

One night, Leonore has an affair with a man. An affair without any importance but with heavy consequences. In fact, Leonore is secretly in love with her neighbor. They meet by chance in the building. The signs of love are obvious but none of them make the first move. Obsessed by this man, Leonore doesn't realize the changes in her own body. Her body remains the same, slim, strong because of so much exercise. Months pass by and one night, Leonore feels violent contractions. She doesn't know. She doesn't understand. Nothing had prepared her for this event when the child of denial arrives.

Directed by Éric Capitaine, Violence, All Alone leans on a strong ensemble — Émilie Deville, Lannick Gautry, Laurent Bateau — 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 drama titles of 2011.