Fireflies

Fireflies is an upcoming drama set in the Belgian Ardennes during a severe heatwave. The story follows Lola, who returns to her childhood home after a year away to reunite with her younger sister, Camille. While Camille has been the sole caregiver for their mother, Anne, who lives with Alzheimer’s, the reunion is marked by growing friction between the siblings. The conflict peaks during a single afternoon as Anne wanders into the woods while a destructive wildfire spreads across the area.

This 20-minute short film is directed and written by Gaspard Le Dourner. It is a joint production between Belgium and France, involving production companies Pictanovo, Arturo Mio, Canaille Production, and Kong Films. The project was produced by Valentin Berryer and Lou-Théa Papaloïzos. The lead roles are played by Marie Bunel, who portrays the mother, Anne, alongside Aisleen McLafferty as Lola and Lila Leloup as Camille.