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Prodigieuses

Frederic Potier, Valentin Potier

France | V.O. French | 2024 | 101 min | DCP | color | Fiction | Canadian Premiere

Claire and Jeanne, twin virtuoso pianists, are admitted to a prestigious music university run by the intractable Professor Klaus Lenhardt. They carry the ambition of their father, who has sacrificed everything to make them the best. But an orphan's disease gradually weakens their hands, suddenly compromising their ascent. Refusing to give up on their dream, they have to fight and reinvent themselves to become, more than ever, prodigious. Based on a true story.

Distribution
Director Frederic Potier, Valentin Potier
Cinematographer Danny Elsen
Screenplay Frédéric Potier, Valentin Potier, Sabine Dabadie
Producer Luc Bricault
Cast Isabelle Carré, Franck Dubosc, Camille Razat, Mélanie Robert
Distribution Apollo Films

Biographie

Frederic Potier

Valentin and Frédéric Potier are two talented directors and screenwriters, renowned for their work in both film and advertising. They co-directed the feature film Les Prodigieuses (2024) with Camille Razat and Franck Dubosc, and wrote the screenplay for Les Magnifiques. Their short film 216 Mois (2012) won numerous international awards. Their expertise also extends to commercials for prestigious brands such as Volkswagen, Honda and Air Canada. Graduates of ESRA Paris, they stand out for their ability to combine creativity and captivating storytelling.