From a forest in Brittany, where memories and marionettes coexist in every corner, “The Boy Who Dreams” invites us to immerse ourselves in the life and creative universe of Philippe Genty. Childhood dreams and traumas led this exceptional artist to become one of the great masters of contemporary visual theater, bringing the poetry of the unconscious and the logic of dreams to the stage through his marionettes, dreamlike images, and visually impactful productions.

At 86, after surviving a stroke that took away his speech but not his imagination, Genty continues to create—striving to recover his voice and essence in the heart of his studio. This documentary, with cinematography by César Charlone (City of God, The Constant Gardener) and an artistic, contemplative approach, delves into the creative process, resilience, and the eternal question: at what moment does an artist stop being one? Amid poetic imagery, profound silences, and evocative music, the film reveals the power of childhood, the lasting impact of art, and the conviction that dreaming and reinventing oneself is a way to endure.

Language: French
Subtitles: English, Spanish

If you’re drawn to profound, sensory, and transformative stories, The Boy Who Dreams (El niño que sueña) invites you to discover where dreams are born—and to keep believing in the impossible.

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