Pyrale

Set in the Drôme region of France during the summer of 2016, this film follows the arrival of a mysterious plague of white butterflies. As swarms of these insects invade the countryside and destroy ancient box trees, the local residents are forced to remain indoors at dusk to avoid the pests. Amidst this environmental disaster, a girl named Lou explores the nature of the insects while realizing her romantic feelings for her friend Sam.

The production is a French blend of documentary, drama, and romance with a runtime of 48 minutes. It was directed by Roxanne Gaucherand and produced by Alexis Boulanger and Ethan Selcer through CNC, Quartett Production, and Kokoro Productions. The main cast features Lou Vaultier in the role of Lou and Flavie Pons as Sam.

Released on April 25, 2020, the film has received a modest reception from viewers. It holds a rating of 6.8/10 on IMDb based on 36 votes and a score of 6.2/10 on TMDB from 2 votes.