La Gradiva

This film follows a small group of French high school students on a school trip to Pompeii, where they encounter the ruins and the preserved bodies from the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 CE. As they explore this ghost town, they are overwhelmed by intense emotions that lead them to confront their desires, anger, and despair.

Directed by a team from Les Films du Poisson, BiBi Film, and ARTE France Cinéma, La Gradiva features performances by Antonia Buresi and Julie Sokolowski. The film’s exploration of youthful experiences within a historical context provides a thought-provoking narrative that is both relevant and engaging for audiences, particularly those interested in contemporary drama and comedy.