Benjamin Millepied's showstopping cinematic reimagining of Bizet's opera stars Melissa Barrera as the titular Carmen, who flees Mexico for L.A. with veteran Aidan (Paul Mescal).
Carmenfollows a young and fiercely independent woman who is forced to flee her home in the Mexican desert following the brutal murder of her mother.
After surviving a terrifying and dangerous illegal border crossing into the US, Carmen (Melissa Barrera) is confronted by a lawless volunteer border guard.
When the border guard and his patrol partner, Aidan (Paul Mescal) – a Marine with PTSD – become embroiled in a deadly standoff, Carmen and Aidan are forced to escape together, ultimately finding solace and love in one another.
This bold, dreamlike cinematic interpretation of Bizet’s opera features a stunning score by acclaimed composer Nicholas Britell, and two incredible lead performances from rising stars Barrera and Mescal.
An inspired magical realist triumph.
Starring:
Paul Mescal, Melissa Barrera, Elsa Pataky
Directed By:
Benjamin Millepied
Running time:
117 mins