Belle River

A quiet, tense immersion into a community holding its breath against an impending flood, anchored by faith and resilience.

Directed by

Guillaume Fournier, Samuel Matteau

Genres

Documentary

Overview

In 2019 Mississippi spring flooding hits record highs. Residents of Pierre-Part, Louisiana, prepare for the worst, as authorities are expected to open the floodgates of the Morganza Spillway to save the cities of New Orleans and Bâton Rouge from flooding. Faith and resilience are their only defense.

How it feels

Tense, melancholic and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Environment, survival, family, faith

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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