Redemptions: Gérard Lanvin returns in Luc Picard's gripping thriller

Francophone cinema is preparing to make a strong impact at the end of the year. Led by Canadian filmmaker Luc Picard and French cinema legend Gérard Lanvin, the thriller Redemptions is shaping up to be one of the major dramatic hits. Already a success at the Quebec box office, where it crossed the symbolic million-dollar mark, the film is heading to international audiences to deliver a dark and moving cinematic experience.

A high-tension thriller between Montreal and Paris

The plot of Redemptions immerses viewers in the journey of Marcel Tremblay, a former hitman recently released from prison after ten years behind bars. Portrayed by Luc Picard, this broken character is forced back into action to pay off a debt to a mafia friend. Amidst a blinding snowstorm in Montreal, he cold-bloodedly executes two men in a restaurant, setting off a chain reaction that impacts customers and his estranged daughter Marie in Paris, played by Kelly Depeault.

The director's ambition goes beyond a simple crime story, aiming to explore genuine moments of solidarity between strangers when confronted with sudden violence.

Gérard Lanvin joins the ensemble cast

Amidst a talented ensemble cast showcased at the Angoulême Francophone Film Festival, French audiences will eagerly spot Gérard Lanvin. The iconic star of classic French comedies and dramas plays a French actor working on a film shoot in Paris, sharing scenes with Henri Picard.

Despite a supporting role, the presence of the César-winning actor brings profound weight to this cross-continental project. Explaining his choice, the actor noted that he responds to sincere and compelling artistic calls. With its theatrical release scheduled for December 16, 2026, Redemptions is firmly positioned as a must-watch event for lovers of intense thrillers.