“The Birthday Party”

“The Birthday Party” (France, 2026, 114 min) is Léa Mysius’s psychological thriller after Laurent Mauvignier’s novel of the same name. Nora, Thomas and their daughter Ida live on a remote farm, and their only neighbour is the Italian painter Cristina. As they prepare a surprise party for Nora’s birthday, three suspicious men begin to hang around the house. The film was in competition at Cannes in 2026. Not recommended for children under 16. In the Toncho Rusev Hall. Starts at 19:00.

Creative team and cast

• Director: Léa Mysius
• Cast: Hafsia Herzi, Benoît Magimel, Bastien Bouillon, Monica Bellucci

Part of the Cinelibri Burgas 2026 International Film and Literature Festival.