The Girl in the Snow / L'Engloutie

On the cusp of the 20th century, schoolteacher Aimée arrives at a remote hamlet located on the edge of the Alps. Her goal is to educate the young children of the isolated community, one which is steeped in ancient folklore and tradition. Soon, the winter grows harsher, and the locals grow suspicious of the young teacher.

Newcomer Louise Hémon impresses with her ability to create a haunting atmosphere. A darkness into which the white of the snow disappears at night, the unforgiving wintery wind, and a beautiful score make for a bewitching, dreamlike experience.

This film is eligible for the Spirit of the Festival Award for Best Film award and Best Screenplay, and for the Audentia Award.

This screening is supported by the French Embassy in Ireland.



Cork International Film Festival is delighted to return to its Principal Venue, The Arc Cinema on North Main St, Cork, for its 70th Festival edition, Thursday 6th to Sunday 16th November 2025.

The Arc Cinema Cork is home to The GATE Screen — a space dedicated to preserving and celebrating the legacy of the beloved former Gate Cinema — and an ideal spot for meeting fellow festival goers in between screenings. The GATE Screen features luxurious double sofa seats and tables, creating an intimate and sophisticated viewing experience. It is dedicated to showcasing arthouse films, including independent and local productions, foreign and Irish language titles throughout the year.