Incendies
- -A mother's last wishes send twins Jeanne and Simon on a journey to Middle East in search of their tangled roots. Adapted from Wajdi Mouawad's acclaimed play, Incendies tells the powerful and moving tale of two young adults' voyage to the core of deep-rooted hatred, never-ending wars and enduring love.
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Incendies (2010) – A Haunting Masterpiece of Family and War
Denis Villeneuve’s Incendies is a powerful, emotionally charged drama that unravels the horrors of war through a deeply personal family mystery. The story follows twins Jeanne and Simon, who journey to the Middle East to uncover the truth about their late mother’s hidden past. What begins as a search for their father and unknown brother spirals into a devastating revelation.
The film’s narrative is gripping, masterfully weaving past and present. Villeneuve’s direction is both restrained and deeply evocative, while Lubna Azabal delivers a haunting performance as Nawal Marwan, the twins’ mother.
Incendies is not just a mystery—it’s a meditation on identity, legacy, and the enduring scars of conflict. Its final moments are unforgettable, making it one of the most impactful foreign-language films of the 21st century.
Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5) – Profound, unsettling, and beautifully told. A must-watch for fans of emotional thrillers and world cinema.
Incendies Box Office
The movie “Incendies” grossed $6,857,096 in North America and $9,181,247 in other territories, resulting in a worldwide total of $16,038,343, according to The Numbers. In Canada alone, it passed the $1 million mark by October 2010, and by the end of April 2011, it had grossed $4.7 million. In Quebec, it grossed $3 million