Barrage (film)

Barrage, also known as Murer, is a 2017 drama film directed by Laura Schroeder. It is a Luxembourgish-Belgian-French co-production. The film stars Lolita Chammah, Thémis Pauwels, and Isabelle Huppert.

The story revolves around Catherine (Lolita Chammah), a troubled woman who returns to Luxembourg after a ten-year absence in Marseille. She seeks to reconnect with her estranged daughter, Alba (Thémis Pauwels), who has been raised by Catherine's mother, Elisabeth (Isabelle Huppert). Catherine struggles to rebuild a relationship with Alba, who is wary and distrustful due to her mother's abandonment. The film explores themes of motherhood, guilt, and the difficulties of reconciliation. Catherine attempts to reclaim her role as a mother, facing resistance from both Alba and Elisabeth, leading to a complex and emotionally charged family dynamic. The title, "Barrage," likely refers to the emotional and psychological barriers preventing genuine connection between the characters.