JDIFF: THE CAPTIVE Director: Chantal Akerman France - Belgium 2000 118 min Book cinema tickets Simon (Stanislas Merhar) lives a secluded but privileged existence with his lover Ariane (Sylvie Testud) in his wealthy grandmother’s Paris apartment. Simon’s social and emotional isolation creates a climate of obsessive behaviour. Or is his growing obsession the cause of his isolation? Encouraging Ariane to experiment sexually, he becomes increasingly paranoid as he senses her ever-distancing orbit. Chantal Akerman will participate in a public interview at this screening. Bookings: 01 672 8861 www.jdiff.com Director: Chantal Akerman France - Belgium 2000 118 min