L'île de la demoiselle
Micha Wald
A Feature Film directed by Micha Wald.
Synopsis
In 1545, the young Marguerite de la Rocque is banished to a deserted island as punishment for a forbidden relationship. Alone with her maid and limited supplies, she must survive in a hostile environment. Faced with hunger, cold and isolation, Marguerite displays incredible resilience and ingenuity. Based on a true story of courage, survival and overcoming impossible odds.
Credits
- Director: Micha Wald
- Screenwriters: Agnès Caffin, Samuel Malhoure, Olivier Meys & Micha Wald
- Producer: Stenola Productions
- Co-Producer: CZAR Film & KG Productions
- Financiers: Screen Brussels, Flanders Audiovisual Fund, Belgian Tax Shelter, Creative Europe Media
- Benelux Distributor: Brightfish
- Length: 101 min
- Release: March 2026 (FR) – May 2026 (BE)
Awards & Festivals
- Film Festival Oostende 2026: Winner COOP!-competition
- International Film Festival Rotterdam: Official Selection
- Festival Cinemania Montréal 2025: Official Selection Les Grands Destins
- Arras Film Festival 2025: Official Selection Perspectives du Cinéma Français