The Strange Case of Jacky Caillou

A small village high up in the French Alps: Jacky Caillou (Thomas Parigi) lives with his loving grandmother, the universally respected magnetic healer Gisele (Edwige Blondiau). When Elsa (Lou Lampros), a young woman from the city, seeks advice from Gisele, the somewhat shy and also somewhat strange Jacky is fascinated - not only by Elsa's beauty, but also by the strange, hairy dark spot on her back. As the young people grow closer, the first animals in the village are cruelly killed. When Gisele also dies, it is up to Jacky to find out whether he has inherited the healing hands of his ancestors... Director Lucas Delangle was invited to the special “Acid Films” section of the renowned Cannes Film Festival with “The Strange Case of Jacky Caillou”. This is where cheeky and daring material is collected - including this exciting variation on the werewolf motif. With a surprising twist, “Jacky Caillou” becomes an extraordinary viewing experience that throws you into elaborately designed postcard scenarios and at the same time cleverly tightens the tension screw. The result “is a once-in-a-generation type of movie. It deserves to be seen by as many people as possible.” (Crockett Houghton, on filminquiry.com) "'The Strange Case Of Jacky Caillou' is a slow-burn character drama, so anyone expecting a full-blown horror outing will be disappointed. [...] As the leads grow closer, a feeling of inescapable dread also creeps up. This is because of Elsa’s condition, which is a form of werewolfism, and the impending doom it brings. The cast does a lot of the heavy lifting here. Parigi is perfect as the reserved but hopeful titular character. Lampros is engaging and captivating, making her desire to be healed and control her wild animal all the more relatable. The cinematography also makes a lasting impression. Nature encroaches upon the village with reckless abandon. The haunting vistas make for a beautiful film while also reinforcing the themes at play. 'The Strange Case Of Jacky Caillou' is a very different take on the werewolf subgenre. The way it mixes religion and folklore is fascinating. The acting is incredible, and the visuals are awe-inspiring." (Bobby LePire, on: filmthreat.com)