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Ariane Labed Joins Ena Sendijarević's English-Language Debut 'The Possessed'

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French actress Ariane Labed has joined the cast of 'The Possessed,' the third feature film from Bosnian-Dutch writer-director Ena Sendijarević. The film, set in 17th-century Europe, marks Sendijarević's English-language debut. The international cast is expected to be completed in the coming months.

Facts First

  • French actress Ariane Labed joins the cast of Bosnian-Dutch director Ena Sendijarević's upcoming film.
  • 'The Possessed' is Sendijarević's English-language debut and is set in 17th-century Europe.
  • The film follows two women fleeing witch hunts who create a refuge, leading to a dangerous love triangle.
  • Sendijarević's previous features have won awards and been selected for international festivals.
  • The international cast is expected to be finalized in the coming months.

What Happened

French actress Ariane Labed has joined the cast of 'The Possessed,' the third feature film from Bosnian-Dutch writer-director Ena Sendijarević. The film will be Sendijarević's English-language debut. It is set in 17th-century Europe and follows two women fleeing witch hunts who create a refuge, leading to a dangerous love triangle when a man becomes their unwilling captive. The international cast for the film is expected to be completed in the coming months.

Why this Matters to You

If you enjoy international cinema, you may have a new film to anticipate from a director whose previous work has been recognized at major festivals like Cannes, Locarno, and Rotterdam. The project brings together an acclaimed actress with a rising director, which could lead to a distinctive and compelling film.

What's Next

The international cast for 'The Possessed' is expected to be finalized in the coming months. The film is produced by Studio Ruba in co-production with several partners and has financing from the Netherlands Film Fund, COBO, ICEC, Creative Europe MEDIA, and Uniqa.

Perspectives

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Industry Peers celebrate Ariane Labed as one of Europe’s most "daring and singular actresses" and note that her involvement in 'The Possessed' is "both an honor and a great excitement."
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Film Critics observe that since her breakout in 'Attenberg,' Labed has established a reputation as "one of Europe’s most distinctive screen presences."