Nothing is going on

Hélène, a young woman, attempts to make a tarte tatin for her boyfriend’s birthday, despite her lack of cooking skills. The imperfect dessert becomes a catalyst for revealing and addressing the underlying issues in their relationship.

  • Luis Longo
    Director
  • Luis Longo
    Writer
  • Luis Longo
    Producer
  • J. Daniel Zúñiga Sánchez
    Producer
    Shotplayer, Endless Sea, Cuando cae la noche
  • Naima Maurel
    Key Cast
    "Hélène"
  • Jean Baptiste Bazin
    Key Cast
    ""Vincent""
  • J Daniel Zúñiga Sánchez
    Cinematography
    Shotplayer, Endless sea, Cuando cae la noche, Una mano bajo la nieve
  • Zara Popovici
    Cinematography
    L'homme aux mille visages, Swarm season
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Rien ne se passe
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, Romance
  • Runtime:
    26 minutes 3 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 6, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    6,000 EUR
  • Country of Origin:
    France, Mexico
  • Country of Filming:
    France, Mexico
  • Language:
    French, Spanish
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital, ArriRaw
  • Aspect Ratio:
    3:2
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Luis Longo

Luis Longo is a Mexican filmmaker known for blending emotional depth with minimalist storytelling. He tries to explore human relationships through subtle, intimate narratives. After studying Filmmaking in Mexico City and winning the Screenplay Prize at the Guanajuato International Film Festival, he moved to Paris to deepen his craft and bring a cross-cultural perspective to his work.

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Director Statement

With "Rien ne se passe", I wanted to explore the intimacy of a couple within the safe haven of their home—until that space is quietly invaded by our gaze. The camera becomes a silent observer, not privileged but tentative, adapting to the rhythm of the characters. It hides, lingers, and reveals the gestures we think we conceal: the fleeting moments of frustration, tenderness, or vulnerability that surface when no one seems to be looking.

Ultimately, "Rien ne se passe" is about what we hide—both from ourselves and from those we love most. It’s a glimpse into the fragile balance between pride, love, and the fear of being truly seen.