Ari is a 2025 French drama film written and directed by Léonor Serraille. The film starring Andranic Manet as Ari, a young teacher quits his job and when deserted by his father, wandering alone, he reconnects with old friends, starting a journey of self-discovery.
The film was selected in the Competition at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, where it competed for the Golden Bear and had first screening on 15 February 2025 at Berlinale Palast.
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Synopsis
Ari, 27 years-old, passes his teaching exam but suffers a nervous breakdown nine months later while working as a trainee teacher in Lille. Hospitalized and signed off work, he is forced out of his family home by his frustrated father. Disoriented and feverish, Ari wanders the city, experiencing strange visions and unexpected encounters.
Cast
Andranic Manet as Ari
Pascal Rénéric as Ari's father
Eva Lallier as Clara
Ryad Ferrad as Ryad
Théo Delezenne as Jonas
Lomane de Dietrich as Aurore
Mikaël-Don Giancarli as The Gardener
Clémence Coullon as Irène
Release
Ari had its world premiere on 15 February 2025, as part of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, in Competition.
Brussels-based company Be For Films on acquired the sales rights of the film in January 2025.