Ablaze

Ablaze is a drama about Karine and Jimmy, a couple with two children who have remained devoted to each other for twenty years. While Jimmy manages a small trucking company, Karine works in a factory. Their domestic stability is challenged when Karine joins the Yellow Vests movement, driven by a desire for social change and collective action. As she becomes more involved in the protests, the emotional balance of the relationship begins to deteriorate, putting pressure on the family and Jimmy's business.

The film was directed by Thomas Kruithof, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Jean-Baptiste Delafon. The production was a collaboration between Belgium and France, involving companies such as Wild Bunch, BeTV, France 3 Cinéma, and La Compagnie Cinématographique. The lead roles are played by Virginie Efira and Arieh Worthalter, supported by a cast that includes Mama Prassinos, Justine Lacroix, Loup Pinard, and Katia Crivellari. With a runtime of 102 minutes, the movie has received a moderate response from viewers, holding a rating of 5.5/10 on TMDB based on 22 votes.