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Film Critic Laurence Boulet Highlights New Releases 'Ceux qui comptent' and 'Anemone – Les racines du mensonge'

opinion-review · 2026-03-25

On March 24, film critic Laurence Boulet recommended two new movies releasing on March 25. The first, 'Ceux qui comptent,' directed by Jean-Baptiste Leonetti and starring Sandrine Kiberlain and Pierre Lottin, follows two solitary individuals, Rose and Jean, who form an unconventional bond without romantic seduction, focusing on friendship and family. The second, 'Anemone – Les racines du mensonge,' marks the directorial debut of Ronan Day-Lewis and features his father Daniel Day-Lewis in a comeback role after an eight-year hiatus; they co-wrote the script about a reclusive British soldier and his estranged son, exploring complex family ties. Both films are noted for their unique narratives and emotional depth.

Key facts

  • Laurence Boulet presented film recommendations on March 24 for releases on March 25.
  • 'Ceux qui comptent' is directed by Jean-Baptiste Leonetti and stars Sandrine Kiberlain and Pierre Lottin.
  • The film depicts an unlikely friendship between two solitary characters, avoiding typical romantic tropes.
  • 'Anemone – Les racines du mensonge' is directed by Ronan Day-Lewis and stars Daniel Day-Lewis in his return after eight years.
  • Daniel Day-Lewis and Ronan Day-Lewis co-wrote the screenplay, which examines family relationships and isolation.

Entities

Artists

  • Laurence Boulet
  • Jean-Baptiste Leonetti
  • Sandrine Kiberlain
  • Pierre Lottin
  • Daniel Day-Lewis
  • Ronan Day-Lewis

Locations

  • England

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