Arthur Harari's 'L'Inconnue' Premieres in French Theaters After Cannes Competition

Arthur Harari's third feature film, 'L'Inconnue' (The Unknown Woman), opens in French cinemas on August 26, 2026, following its screening in competition at the Cannes Film Festival. The film stars Léa Seydoux, Niels Schneider, and Lilith Grasmug. The plot follows David, a solitary photographer in his thirties, who is drawn to a party by a mysterious blonde woman. After a night of love, he wakes up in her body and embarks on a quest to find her. The film is described as a strange fable about identity and alienation, exploring themes of identity and gender. It is produced by Bathysphere, To Be Continued, and Pathé Films, with visual design by Cédric Sartore. The release date is set for August 26, 2026, and the film has been featured in RFI's coverage, including an interview with Harari discussing his questioning of identity and gender.