Close (2022) Apr 2026

" Close " (2022) is a Belgian coming-of-age drama directed by Lukas Dhont that explores the intense friendship between two 13-year-old boys and the tragic fallout when societal pressures intervene. 🎬 Film Overview Lukas Dhont (known for his debut film, Girl ). Stars: Eden Dambrine (Léo) and Gustav De Waele (Rémi).

Won the Grand Prix at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival and was nominated for Best International Feature Film at the 95th Academy Awards. 🌻 Key Themes Close (2022)

Léo and Rémi share an incredibly close, almost soulmate-level bond. When they start a new school year, classmates begin questioning their intimacy, leading Léo to distance himself. This rift triggers a series of tragic events that force Léo to grapple with profound guilt and grief. " Close " (2022) is a Belgian coming-of-age