Tell Me Why These Things Are So Beautiful

This Canadian drama follows the evolving relationship between Brother Marie-Victorin and Marcelle Gauvreau. Bound by a shared devotion to God and nature, as well as past brushes with death, the two begin as teacher and student before Marcelle becomes his assistant. Through a lifelong exchange of letters, they examine human desire and sexuality, blending intellectual readings with Marcelle's personal experiences. Their shared passion for the flora of Quebec serves as a catalyst for them to question their own perceptions of love and the natural world.

The film was directed by Lyne Charlebois, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Jean Barbe. It was produced by Max Films and features a cast including Alexandre Goyette as Brother Marie-Victorin and Mylène Mackay as Marcelle Gauvreau. Other supporting roles are played by Rachel Graton, Francis Ducharme, Sylvie Moreau, and Marianne Farley, with a total of 41 credited cast members. The movie has a runtime of 99 minutes and was released on June 21, 2024.