L'Etranger

Algers, 1938. Meursault, a quiet and unassuming man in his early thirties, attends his mother’s funeral without shedding a tear. The next day, he begins an affair with his coworker Marie and quickly returns to his daily routine. But his ordinary life is disrupted by his neighbor, Raymond Sintès, who draws Meursault into his shady dealings. Then, on a scorching hot day, a fateful event occurs on the beach… When Meursault appears in court, he seems to be judged not so much for his actions, but for his emotionless demeanor. Can a man be sentenced to death for not crying at his mother’s funeral?

L'Etranger (The Stranger) is based on Albert Camus’ 1942 world-famous novel, one of the best-selling French novels of all time. The film was adapted with the approval and supervision of Camus’ daughter, directed by François Ozon (Swimming Pool). Benjamin Voisin (Summer of 85) stars as Meursault, with Rebecca Marder, Pierre Lotin, Denis Lavant, and Swann Arlaud in supporting roles.