What would you do to bring back a loved one? Elsa is facing this unenviable dilemma in “Meanwhile on Earth.” The film sees her grief-stricken by the disappearance of her brother, Franck. His mysterious fate torments their family until Elsa receives a shocking message. The results create a tense examination of what a person will do for those closest to them.
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The project hails from filmmaker Jérémy Clapin, who takes on writing and directing duties. His previous work, “I Lost My Body,” was met with critical acclaim in 2019. The animated drama garnered attention after screening during Critics Week at Cannes. The Playlist’s Gregory Ellwood called it an “expertly directed first feature” while exploring the filmmaker’s masterful approach to the material.
‘Earth’ finds its star in Megan Northam. The actress makes her feature film debut in the role of Elsa. Northman previously appeared on the 2023 series “Greek Salad.”
The film’s official synopsis:
“Elsa (Megan Northam, in her debut feature starring role), along with her family, is struggling following the disappearance of her brother Franck, an astronaut who vanished during his first mission. While stargazing one night, Elsa is shocked to receive contact from Franck, but her joy is short-lived when she learns of the dark and troubling forces behind Franck’s reappearance, forcing her to confront the lengths she will go for the brother she once feared was gone forever.“
A message could lead to disaster in “Meanwhile on Earth.” The film opens in theaters on September 13. Get your first look at the trailer below: