France 2024Language:FrenchSubtitles:EnglishDirector:Jérémy ClapinWriter:Jérémy ClapinCinematographer:Robrecht HeyvaertEditor:Jean Christophe BouzyMusic:Dan LevySound:Vincent PiponnierWith:Megan Northam, Catherine Salée, Sam Louwyck, Roman Williams, Sofia LesaffreProducer:Marc du PontaviceProduction Company:One World FilmsDistributor:MFA+ Filmdistribution e.K.89 min, Colour

Elsa’s astronaut brother disappeared three years ago during a space mission. The 23-year-old suffers greatly as a result. She actually wanted to become a comic author with her own studio, but now she works as a care assistant for the elderly in order to bridge the gap. Everything changes when she is contacted by aliens. There is a terrible price to pay if she wants to see her brother again... Thrilling drama with science-fiction influences and animated scenes that allow viewers to experience the world of ideas inside the head of the strong leading actress. With atmospheric music and magnificent photography, the director creates a very special ambience for his 2024 Berlinale entry.

Director's Biography:Jérémy Clapin studied animation at the ENSAD art school in Paris. His first feature film was nominated for the Oscars and won the French Film Award. MEANWHILE ON EARTH is his debut film with actors.

Director's Filmography:
2019 I LOST MY BODY
2012 PALMIPEDARIUM (SHORT)
2008 SKHIZEIN (SHORT)