I rarely award a film a perfect score; it takes something truly exceptional to earn that kind of praise, and my reviews generally stem from either extreme disappointment or genuine admiration—I suspect many people feel similarly about movies, you either connect with them or you don't. Close is one of those rare films that’s easy to champion, an outpouring of passion evident not only in its narrative but also in th…

“Léo” (played by Eden Dambrine), who is thirteen, and his friend “Rémi” (Gustav De Waele) are extremely close; they share everything from playtime to meals and even sleeping arrangements—a truly strong bond of friendship. However, things begin to change when their classmates start making unkind comments, and "Léo," who tends to be more outgoing, starts distancing himself from “Rémi,” gradually increasing the space be…