MARS EXPRESS
by Jérémie Périn
France / 2023 / 85’
Animation – Featuring the voices of Léa Drucker and Mathieu Amalric

Original version with Italian subtitles. Free entry.

The year is 2200. Aline Ruby, a determined private investigator, and her android partner Carlos Rivera are hired by a wealthy businessman to track down a notorious hacker on Earth. Returning to Mars, they take on a new case: finding Jun Chow, a missing cybernetics student.

Their search leads them into the depths of Noctis, the Martian capital—a libertarian utopia built on advanced robotics, symbolizing a bright future. As their investigation unfolds, Aline and Carlos uncover the city’s darkest secrets: corrupt institutions, illicit trades, brain factories, and the schemes of omnipotent corporations. Meanwhile, enhanced cyber-killers are also hunting Jun Chow, whose hidden secret unknowingly threatens the fragile balance of their society.

Jérémie Périn masterfully blends thrilling entertainment with thoughtful reflection, creating a visually stunning yet dark futuristic universe.

Cinémardi #19

The cinematic series organized by the Institut Français Palermo returns to the Sala De Seta at the Cantieri Culturali alla Zisa in Palermo. Details: All films are shown in their original language with Italian subtitles. Free entry! This event is held in collaboration with Città di Palermo / Assessorato alla Cultura and IFcinéma. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enjoy great cinema in an authentic setting!