The Beast in the Jungle

Based on a story by Henry James, this drama follows May and John, a couple who spend twenty-five years meeting in a large nightclub. From 1979 to 2004, they wait for a mysterious event to occur, watching as the musical landscape shifts from disco to techno. Their relationship evolves into an obsession as they anticipate a life-changing moment that eventually manifests in a tragic manner.

The film was directed by Patric Chiha, marking his second feature following If It Were Love and preceding A Russian Winter. The screenplay was written by Chiha alongside Axelle Ropert and Jihane Chouaib. The main cast features Anaïs Demoustier as May and Tom Mercier as John, with Béatrice Dalle appearing as the physiognomist. The production was a joint effort between companies in Austria, Belgium, and France.

Audience reception has been mixed, with the film holding a rating of 5.4/10 on IMDb based on 580 votes and a matching 5.4/10 on TMDB from 34 votes.