Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person
Although less celebrated than directing, production design is nonetheless essential to filmmaking, defining a film's very own world and atmosphere from the big picture to the smallest details. As part of our student mediation activities, this series offers a chance to rewatch on the big screen recent Québécois films that stand out for their exceptional production design, among other things, transporting us to another universe—whether a fantastical, bygone, or quirky one.
Special Offer: $5 for students
Winner of 8 Prix Iris, Gala Québec Cinéma 2024
Sasha is a young vampire with a serious problem: she’s too sensitive to kill! When her exasperated parents cut off her blood supply, Sasha’s life is in jeopardy. Luckily, she meets Paul, a lonely teenager with suicidal tendencies who is willing to give his life to save hers. But their friendly agreement soon becomes a nocturnal quest to fulfill Paul’s last wishes before day breaks.
Ariane Louis-Seize
Ariane Louis-Seize’s award-winning directorial debut, Wild Skin (2016), traveled to more than 50 festivals worldwide. Little Waves premiered at TIFF 2018 and had its European premiere at the 2019 Berlinale. She then directed several short films, including Rituals, The Depths, and Shooting Star, which also received numerous selections and recognitions. Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person is her first feature film, co-written with screenwriter Christine Doyon.
