The Mad Women’s Ball

In this captivating period drama, based on Victoria Mas's novel 'Le bal des folles,' a resilient woman finds herself wrongfully confined within the walls of an asylum in Paris during the early 20th century. As she navigates the oppressive and cruel environment, our protagonist forges an unlikely alliance with a sympathetic nurse who shares her desire to break free from their captors' grip. The film delves into themes of courage, friendship, and resilience in the face of adversity as both characters struggle against societal expectations and oppression. Through their daring plan, they not only seek freedom for themselves but also challenge the stigmas surrounding mental health in a time when such issues were often misconceived and misunderstood.