Dilettante shapeshifter M. Oscar patrols the streets of Paris in his stretch limo, encountering multiple parallel universes when he steps outside.
Displaying the talents of regular collaborator Denis Lavant ( Beau Travail ), Leos Carax’s first film for over 10 years was nominated for the Palme d’Or at Cannes. Featuring Kylie Minogue and Eva Mendes.
France 2012 Dir Leos Carax 116 min
‘this tale of a man with many faces is an exhilarating, audacious, lunatic rocket-ride. Hop on board.’ Empire Magazine ★★★★★
'It is wayward, kaleidoscopic, black comic and bizarre; there is in it a batsqueak of genius, dishevelment and derangement; it is captivating and compelling.’ Guardian ★★★★★
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