In the last days of the Second World War, a deserting soldier disrupts a tranquil and isolated mountain community. For one family, his arrival brings excitement and romance, but tragedy lies in wait.

With a painterly eye and finding depth in the details of everyday life, Delpero imbues her drama with intelligence and suspense, fulfilling the promise she showed with Maternal, her debut.

Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize winner at Venice Film Festival.

Text by Adrian Wootton, BFI London Film Festival