‘Ghost Trail’ Director Jonathan Millet Lines Up Psychological Thriller ‘Les Reves Tempetes’ (EXCLUSIVE)

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In his second film, “The Storm of Dreams” (previously known as “Ghost Trail”), director Jonathan Millet delves into the subconscious mind.

As a film enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that I’m currently involved in the creation of a psychological thriller. This project marks my reunion with Lionel Massol and Pauline Seigland, producers extraordinaire from Films Grand Huit, who were instrumental in my “Ghost Trail” production. In this new venture, we’re diving deep into the intricate labyrinth of the human mind, promising a chilling journey for audiences.

Millet explains to EbMaster that this project is essentially a journey delving deeply into one’s thoughts, presenting it as an inquisitive and absorbing adventure sparked by actual occurrences and subsequently distorted into dreams.

He expresses his preference for movies that draw us in and spark our curiosity, films that make us eager to uncover secrets. He feels that these films allow us to delve into hidden realms, to explore the depths of thoughts, and this particular movie will certainly do the same.

Composed by Millet and Florence Rochat, “Ghost Trail” was a game of subtle chase reminiscent of cat-and-mouse, depicting a Syrian freedom fighter pursuing a man suspected to be his former tormentor from prison across France. This critically acclaimed film debuted last year in the Cannes Critics Week sidebar and went on to win France’s most esteemed cinematic award – the Louis Delluc prize – for outstanding first feature.

Moving ahead, Millet intends to create “Les Rêves Tempêtes” by employing elements of genre to further his personal artistic perspective.

In the future, Millet plans to shape “Les Rêves Tempêtes” with genre features, aiming to express a more personal creative vision.

Millet expresses, “I want to experience the flow, the creation, the atmosphere, and everything else within that tale, he says. However, my primary goal is to captivate viewers from the very start. I’m against cinema being exclusive or inaccessible. I’m convinced we can create masterpieces that are both auteur-driven and relatable, allowing each viewer their own unique interpretation. It’s about striking a balance between making daring decisions and keeping the film universal.

And the filmmaker is only too happy to do so with the same creative partners.

Millet expresses that he and his Grand Huit collaborators have discovered an exceptionally effective method of working as a team. “Throughout our journey,” he adds, “we’ve shared these experiences, learned new tools side by side, and I’m eager to delve even deeper with them.

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2025-01-21 23:16