About Them

Set in the city of Lille, the film revolves around Micha (Félix Moati) and Charlotte (Sophie Verbeeck), a young couple who have recently purchased a house together but find their relationship slipping into a quiet, emotionally distant routine. The dynamic shifts dramatically with the presence of their mutual best friend, a sharp and radiant defense lawyer named Mélodie (Anaïs Demoustier).

First, Charlotte initiates a secret, passionate affair with Mélodie. Shortly after, feeling neglected and completely unaware of his partner's secret life, Micha also falls for Mélodie and begins a secret relationship of his own with her.

Mélodie suddenly finds herself at the high-wire center of a double life. However, rather than playing it as a cynical farce or a toxic betrayal, the film handles her dilemma with immense warmth—she genuinely and deeply falls in love with both partners at the same time. Bonnell gracefully balances the brisk timing of a classic bedroom comedy with raw emotional sincerity, exploring how keeping secrets can paradoxically lead a couple to redefine their boundaries of love and intimacy.

💡 Did You Know? 🧠
Acting Triumph: Anaïs Demoustier won the Best Actress award at the Cabourg Film Festival for her magnetic portrayal of Mélodie, beautifully capturing the guilt, panic, and sheer exhilaration of her romantic tightrope act.

Festival Acclaim: The film earned multiple nominations at both the César Awards and the Lumières Awards, specifically recognizing the breakthrough performances of its fresh-faced lead trio (Félix Moati and Sophie Verbeeck).