A vast public works project in West Africa. Horn, the construction site manager, and Cal, a young engineer, share lodging behind the double gates of their compound. Leone, Horn’s recent bride, comes to join them the same night that a man appears at the fence. His name is Alboury. Like a specter in the darkness, he demands the body of his brother who died earlier that day on the site. He will hound the two men all night long until they return it, as Leone watches the disaster play out before her.

FESTIVALS & AWARDS

Toronto International Film Festival 2025
World Premiere

San Sebastián International Film Festival 2025
Official Selection

New York Film Festival 2025
Main Slate

Melbourne International Film Festival 2026
Australian Premiere

DETAILS

Aspect Ratio
2.39:1

Picture
Colour

Sound
5.1

Screening Format
DCP

Original Language Title
Le Cri des Gardes

REVIEWS

“A sumptuous and radical film.” (Caroline Vié, 20 Minutes)

“A nocturnal tale, brutal and beautiful.” (Adrien Gombeaud, Les Echos)

“A project that champions the inevitability of truth.” (Zachary Lee, RogerEbert.com)

“Blyth and McKenna-Bruce are key standouts in this very strong and seasoned cast.” (Alex Heeney, International Cinephile Society)

FURTHER VIEWING / READING

Claire Denis and Barry Jenkins on Filmmaking and The Fence (New York Film Festival 2025)

An Interview with Claire Denis (Adam Nayman, Reverse Shot)