Paris: Michel Leclerc has never shied away from delicate social topics, and the French director has now managed to inject humor into the issue of sexual assault in his latest film, “Not All Men, But…”.

According to EMM, critic Perrine Quennesson explains why Leclerc’s gamble has paid off, highlighting the entertaining performances of Léa Drucker and Benjamin Lavernhe, which bring levity to a heavy subject. The film cleverly pokes fun at stereotypes and sexism, offering audiences a comedic yet insightful experience.

In addition to Leclerc’s work, the article mentions Régis Wargnier’s long-awaited feature “La Réparation”, a family mystery set between France and Taiwan that brings together a stellar cast. Meanwhile, filmmaker Lawrence Valin is drawing attention as a rising talent with “Little Jaffna”, a thriller set in Paris’s Tamil community.

The piece also notes a moving biopic about Femen co-founder Oxana Shachko, which pays tribute to her courage and activism as part of the feminist pressure group. The
se diverse narratives showcase the dynamic range of contemporary French cinema.