Ablaze
Les Braises
Synopsis
Karine and Jimmy are a close-knit couple, still deeply in love after twenty years together and two children. She works in a factory; he is a truck driver striving to grow his small business. When the Yellow Vests movement emerges, Karine is swept up by the power of the collective, the anger, and the hope for change. But as her commitment intensifies, the couple’s balance begins to falter.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Avant-première, Limoges
Festival / Special Debut
May 15, 2026
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas Kruithof
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean-Baptiste Delafon, Thomas Kruithof
- Original Title
- Les Braises
- Country of Origin
- France, Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- 24 25 Films, Wild Bunch, France 3 Cinéma, Atelier de Production, Kallouche Cinéma, Les Films Velvet, Srab Films, Panache Productions, La Compagnie Cinématographique, Proximus, BeTV, Orange
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Kruithof
Jean-Baptiste Delafon, Thomas Kruithof
Christophe Beaucarne
Jean-Baptiste Beaudoin
Thibault Gast, Matthias Weber, David Giordano
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas Kruithof
Director
Jean-Baptiste Delafon
Screenplay
Thomas Kruithof
Screenplay
Thibault Gast
Producer
Matthias Weber
Producer
Christophe Beaucarne
Director of Photography
Jean Rabasse
Production Design
Jean-Baptiste Beaudoin
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ablaze
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ablaze about?
Karine and Jimmy are a close-knit couple, still deeply in love after twenty years together and two children. She works in a factory; he is a truck driver striving to grow his small business. When the Yellow Vests movement emerges, Karine is swept up by the power of the collective, the anger, and the hope for change. But as her commitment intensifies, the couple’s balance begins to falter.
Who directed Ablaze?
Ablaze was directed by Thomas Kruithof.
Who stars in Ablaze?
The principal cast of Ablaze includes Virginie Efira, Arieh Worthalter, Mama Prassinos, Justine Lacroix, Loup Pinard.
When was Ablaze released and how long is it?
Ablaze was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.