‘Moulin’ Review: László Nemes Makes Another Immersive, Claustrophobic WWII Prison Saga
László Nemes returns to Cannes with his film 'Moulin,' a drama centered on the struggles of a French resistance leader during WWII. The film explores themes of identity and resistance through the character of Max, who must navigate the dangers of Nazi occupation. With immersive cinematography and a focus on psychological tension, 'Moulin' presents a nuanced portrayal of resilience in the face of oppression.
- ▪The film follows Max, a key operative tasked with uniting resistance factions in Nazi-occupied France.
- ▪Nemes employs a methodical pace to depict the painstaking nature of communication work among operatives.
- ▪The narrative centers on a battle of wills between Max and the Gestapo, led by Klaus Barbie.
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Home > Creative Content > Movies ‘Moulin’ Review: László Nemes Makes Another Immersive, Claustrophobic WWII Prison Saga Cannes 2026: The director of “Son of Saul” returns to Cannes with a controlled drama based on the battle of wills between the Nazis and a French resistance leader Steve Pond May 17, 2026 @ 2:15 PM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email "Moulin" (Cannes Film Festival) Jean goes by many names. He calls himself Jacques and Max and Martel, and might even answer to Melville, such is the unmistakable imprint of “Le Samouraï” and “Army of Shadows” on “Moulin.” But the lineage runs deeper.
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