Something Is Burning

About This Movie

Something Is Burning (2017) is an intriguing blend of comedy and drama, where Margot’s journey to her childhood mountains feels like a haunting pilgrimage. The tone is both introspective and eerie, creating an atmosphere that lingers like the winter chill. The pacing can be a bit uneven, but it adds to that almost dreamlike quality, where the lines between memory and reality blur. The ghost of Margot's brother Adrien embodies the unresolved tensions in their past, and the practical effects here are subtle yet impactful. Performances are raw, with a kind of authenticity that makes you sit with the discomfort. It's this mix of humor and grief, lightness and darkness, that makes it a distinctive piece in the indie landscape.

Interesting exploration of trauma and memoryUnique blend of genresAtmospheric winter setting