Un pique-nique chez Osiris

The film follows 9-year-old Héloïse, who comes from an anti-Dreyfus, anti-Semitic Parisian family. She embarks on a love affair with Maxime, a Jewish journalist, challenging the societal norms of her upbringing. After a tragic incident involving her father, Héloïse's mother takes her on a journey to the Orient, where they travel through Cairo and the Pyramids before heading up the Nile and crossing the desert in a caravan.

"Un pique-nique chez Osiris" combines comedy with a poignant exploration of familial and societal tensions. The film's narrative is enriched by its historical context and the perspective of a woman director, making it an intriguing study of character and culture in a tumultuous period. Its runtime of 108 minutes allows for a detailed development of Héloïse's journey and the relationships around her, providing depth to the comedic elements.