Claire Denis’ “Fire” is already blazing ahead of its world premiere in Competition at the Berlinale next week. IFC has acquired U.S. rights to the French auteur’s latest, per Variety. Juliette Binoche, who starred in Denis’ last two features, 2018’s “High Life” and 2017’s “Let the Sunshine In,” toplines the romance.
“Fire” is set in Paris and “tells the tale of a fiery love triangle involving Jean (Vincent Lindon) and Sara (Binoche) who have been living together for 10 years. When they first met, Sara was living with François (Grégoire Colin), Jean’s best friend and an admirer from back when he played pro rugby. Jean and Sara love each other. One day, Sara sees François in the street. He does not notice her, but she is overcome by the sensation that her life could suddenly change. François gets back in touch with Jean. For the first time in years. He suggests they start working together again. From here on, things spiral out of control,” the source teases.
Denis penned the script alongside French novelist Christine Angot.
According to IMDb, Denis is currently in post-production on “The Stars at Noon,” a thriller set in 1984 during the Nicaraguan Revolution that sees “Maid’s” Margaret Qualley playing an American journalist.
“35 Shots of Rum” and “Beau travail” are among Denis’ other credits.
Binoche won an Oscar for “The English Patient” and received a nod for “Chocolat.”
The Berlinale is taking place from February 10-20.
