Swiss Autofiction ‘Summer Drift’ Brings Friendship and Reclamation to ACID at Cannes

The Swiss-French film 'Summer Drift' premiered at ACID Cannes, exploring themes of friendship and personal reclamation through the story of Johanna Schopfer, a watch factory worker in Geneva. Her summer project of restoring a vintage VW Beetle serves as a backdrop for both personal and political narratives, blending documentary and autofiction techniques. Directed by Céline Carridroit and Aline Suter, the film offers a unique perspective on identity and empowerment.