“Sur un Fil”: A Heartwarming Journey of Laughter and Tears in Hospitals

Pyramide Productions and Universal Pictures proudly present Sur un Fil, the highly anticipated feature debut of the accomplished actor and director Reda Kateb. Inspired by Caroline Simonds’ book, Le Rire Médecin, this moving cinematic work delicately explores the intersection of humor and hardship in pediatric hospitals.

Sur un Fil immerses audiences in the world of hospital clowns, where laughter becomes an essential remedy against illness and suffering. Featuring a stellar cast including Aloïse Sauvage, Philippe Rebbot, Jean-Philippe Buzaud, and Sara Giraudeau, the film embarks on a deeply human journey, gracefully balancing joy and sorrow.

Synopsis

The story follows Jo, a young and talented aerial acrobat whose promising career is abruptly halted by a tragic accident. Unable to return to her craft, Jo must find a new purpose. She joins Nez Pour Rire, an organization of professional clowns who bring comfort and joy to hospitalized children. Despite having no experience in this realm, Jo steps into an unfamiliar world where each day is filled with new discoveries. As she builds her clown persona, Zouzou, Jo learns to bring smiles to others while healing her own wounds.

In an emotional narrative blending laughter with tears, Sur un Fil reveals how a single encounter can transform lives and uncover hidden strengths.

A Debut by Reda Kateb

In Sur un Fil, Reda Kateb steps behind the camera to deliver a heartfelt and thought-provoking film inspired by Le Rire Médecin – Journal du Docteur Girafe, where Simonds, founder of the Le Rire Médecin association, recounts her experiences as a hospital clown. Known for powerful roles in Un Prophète, Hippocrate, and Les Chevaliers Blancs, Kateb brings a unique blend of fiction and documentary style, capturing the nuanced emotions of young patients and the dedicated clowns who support them.

A Stellar Cast

Reda Kateb has assembled a talented cast to portray a range of complex characters. Aloïse Sauvage stars as Jo, bringing both strength and vulnerability to her role. Philippe Rebbot plays Gilles, aka Poireau, a kindhearted hospital clown who becomes Jo’s mentor. Jean-Philippe Buzaud, an actual professional clown, portrays Roger Chips, the inseparable partner of Poireau, while Sara Giraudeau takes on the role of Clémence, a nurse manager who navigates the balance between her professional duties and the whimsical world of the clowns.

A Powerful Message and Poetic Direction

Sur un Fil explores universal themes of self-discovery, resilience, and the healing power of laughter. Kateb’s subtle and poetic direction offers an authentic portrayal of pediatric hospital life, where pain and hope coexist. Filming alongside real clowns and medical staff adds an emotional depth that makes each scene resonate with sincerity.

Sur un Fil is set for theatrical release on October 30, 2024, in France and beyond, with Film Event Consulting handling distribution in Morocco. This touching and beautifully acted film invites viewers to experience the transformative power of laughter, reminding us all of its profound ability to lighten life’s heaviest burdens