Ismael's Ghosts (2017)

In the midst of cobbling together fragments of a life filled with film reels and romantic love, Ismael (Mathieu Amalric), a dedicated filmmaker, finds his existence thrown into a whirlwind of chaotic passion. Ismael's world seethes with the fervor of creation as he meticulously crafts his latest cinematic opus, featuring the audacious, hilarious, and unpredictable diplomat, Ivan Dédalus (Louis Garrel). This intriguing character, a playful homage to a past creation of Desplechin, becomes an artful mirror to Ismael's own tumultuous life. Just as the first shots of his new project are about to flicker into life, a specter from Ismael's past materializes - the enigmatic Carlotta (Marion Cotillard), a long-lost love who vanished into thin air two decades ago. Her sudden reappearance sends a ripple through Ismael's present, unsettling the quiet sanctuary he has built with Sylvia (Charlotte Gainsbourg). In ISMAEL'S GHOSTS, director Desplechin masterfully weaves narratives within narratives, blurring the line between reality and fiction, past and present. This multi-layered tale is a testament to Desplechin's uncanny knack for finding vibrant light in the murkiest corners of human experience. As Ismael grapples with his personal ghosts, the film itself becomes a hauntingly beautiful journey back in time - a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the undying power of filmmaking.

Ismael's Ghosts is a drama movie featuring Mathieu Amalric.

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