The Courageous
| The Courageous | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Jasmin Gordon |
| Written by | Julien Bouissoux Jasmin Gordon |
| Produced by | Brigitte Hofer Cornelia Seitler |
| Starring | Ophélia Kolb Paul Besnier Arthur Devaux Jasmine Kalisz Saurer |
| Cinematography | Andi Widmer |
| Edited by | Jan Mühlethaler |
| Music by | Mirjam Skal |
Production company | Maximage[1] |
| Distributed by | Outside the Box |
Release date |
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Running time | 80 minutes[1] |
| Country | Switzerland[1] |
| Language | French[1] |
The Courageous is a 2024 Swiss drama film directed and written by Jasmin Gordon, in her directorial debut.[2]
The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on 9 September 2024.
Synopsis
In a small town on the edge of wild country, an eccentric and delinquent mother has had enough of the rules. Crushed by her mistakes and by a society that doesn’t give a damn —or a second chance— to people like her, she’ll do anything to prove to her children, and to herself, that she still is a good person.
Cast
- Ophélia Kolb
- Paul Besnier
- Arthur Devaux
- Jasmine Kalisz Saurer
Release
Premiere
The Courageous premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on 9 September 2024.[1] The film was released in Montreal and Québec City on 11 April 2025, following a release in Toronto on 18 April.[3] The film was additionally released in UK and Irish cinemas in September 2025.[4][5]
Distribution
On 13 February 2025, MetFilm acquired the international sales for the film, as well as the UK and Irish distribution rights to the film.[4] On 6 March 2025, New Mountain Films acquired the Canadian distribution rights to the film.[3]
Reception
Louisa Moore of Screen Zealots wrote "This is a poignant story about inequality and socioeconomic challenges that single parents often face, especially as they exist in a world that makes it nearly impossible to get a leg up. The story challenges perceptions of motherhood and morality, too".[6]
References
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 "The Courageous". TIFF. Retrieved 2025-04-15.
- ↑ Fuente, Anna Marie de la (2024-09-10). "'Call My Agent!'s' Ophélia Kolb Portrays a Woman at Odds With Society in Jasmin Gordon's Toronto Feature Debut 'The Courageous'". Variety. Retrieved 2025-04-15.
- 1 2 Goodfellow, Melanie (2025-03-06). "Canadian Distributor New Mountain Films Unveils First Theatrical Acquisition". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-04-15.
- 1 2 Dalton, Ben. "'The Courageous' scores international sales, UK-Ireland distribution deal (exclusive)". Screen Daily. Retrieved 2025-04-15.
- ↑ Felperin, Leslie (3 September 2025). "The Courageous review – rebellious mum on the edge will have you sobbing in sympathy". The Guardian. Retrieved 16 July 2026.
- ↑ Moore, Louisa (2024-11-09). ""Les Courageux (The Courageous)"". Screen Zealots. Retrieved 2025-04-15.