La Chimera

A group of archaeologists and the black market of historical artifacts.

“After The Wonders and Happy as Lazzaro, Alice Rohrwacher once again shines a light on her native region, Tuscany, in this (re)invented mythological tale. “The Englishman” (Josh O’Connor), a mystical archaeologist with a talent for dowsing for buried treasure, has just been released from prison. He reunites with his band of grave robbers to go in search of the ultimate treasure, a legendary door leading to the afterlife and to Beniamina, his late beloved.As she playfully interweaves elements of chansons de geste and fairy tales, Rohrwacher becomes a magician. The film is steeped in references to folklore, dreams, superstitions, opera, circus, painting and Italy’s modern and ancient stories. The sublime Isabella Rossellini shines in this work filled with intriguing twists and turns, enchantment and boundless creativity. Simply magical.”

– Festival du nouveau cinéma 2023

*AFCAE Arthouse Cinema Award – Cannes Film Festival 2023