Humanity

In a small French town, two detectives are tasked with investigating the brutal rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl. Shot in contemplative silence, this film follows withdrawn police lieutenant Pharaon de Winter as he delves into the case, his investigation intersecting with everyday scenes of quiet life. The policeman's reserved nature is slowly revealed through tender interactions with his widowed mother and a sympathetic neighbor, adding depth to this intense mystery.