The World Upside Down

Following a societal collapse that eliminates basic utilities and communications, a Parisian businessman named Stanislas loses his entire fortune. Despite his dislike for rural life, he seeks refuge with his wife and son on a farm he previously purchased for speculative reasons. Upon arrival, they discover the property is occupied by Patrick and his family, farmers who refuse to leave. The two families, who possess opposing values and lifestyles, must find a way to coexist in a chaotic environment to survive and potentially build a new society.

This comedy-drama was directed by Nicolas Vanier, following his previous work on Belle and Sebastian, Spread Your Wings, Poly, and Champagne!. The film features a cast including Michaël Youn, Barbara Schulz, Eric Elmosnino, Valérie Bonneton, Yannick Noah, and François Berléand, with a screenplay written by Jérôme Tonnerre. A co-production between France and Belgium involving Gaumont, France 2 Cinéma, uMedia, and Bonne Pioche, the movie earned 3 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception is mixed, with the film holding a rating of 5.3/10 on IMDb based on 229 votes and an identical rating of 5.3/10 on TMDB from 59 votes.