his episode of the Showcast features TFV's Matt Micucci's conversation with director Aude Léa Rapin, the visionary director behind "Planet B," the opening film of the Critics' Week section of the 2024 Venice Film Festival. With this film, Rapin presents a sci-fi movie grounded in realism, following a group of eco-activists who find themselves trapped in a mysterious and nightmarish world. In our conversation, we discuss how the film was inspired by the social and political tensions of our time, blending these elements with the rise of technology to create a haunting vision of a not-so-distant dystopian future. Join us as we explore how Rapin managed to blur the lines between reality and imagination, pushing the boundaries of sci-fi in her first venture within this genre. And in addition to talking about "Planet B," we'll take a look into her journey from documentary filmmaking to fiction. Follow us for more podcast conversations and audio reviews. CHAPTERS (00:00) Introducing "Planet B" and director Aude Léa Rapin (01:55) Early memories of cinema (03:42) Journalism and documentary background (05:05) The origins of "Planet B" (09:05) Exploring science fiction (12:24) Thoughts on Georges Méliès (13:17) Visual style (15:07) A not-so-distant dystopian future (17:04) Technological threats (19:00) Outro