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Stéphane Demoustier Adapts Victor Jestin’s Novel into Poetic Film

other · 2026-07-08

Stéphane Demoustier's new film 'La Chaleur,' adapted from Victor Jestin's novel, poetically navigates themes of death and love set against an adolescent summer on the beach. The movie was released on July 8, 2026, and is covered by Le Monde.

Key facts

  • Film 'La Chaleur' is directed by Stéphane Demoustier
  • Based on the novel by Victor Jestin
  • Explores adolescence, death, and love
  • Set on a beach
  • Released July 8, 2026
  • Covered by Le Monde

Entities

Artists

  • Stéphane Demoustier
  • Victor Jestin

Institutions

  • Le Monde

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