Maxim Gaudette

A mother’s last wishes send twins Jeanne and Simon on a journey to Middle East in search of their tangled roots. Adapted from Wajdi Mouawad’s acclaimed play, Incendies tells the powerful and moving tale of two young adults’ voyage to the core of deep-rooted hatred, never-ending wars and enduring love.

Set against the backdrop of a tragic real-life event, this film delves into the harrowing experience of a school shooting at a Canadian engineering school in 1989. The narrative unfolds…