Martine de Clermont-Tonnerre

Martine de Clermont-Tonnerre’s name might not be splashed all over billboards, but honestly, if you dig into the film scene—especially international cinema—her fingerprints are everywhere. She’s got this almost chameleon-like ability to slip between genres and countries, and the end result? Stuff that just sticks with you. Take "Central do Brasil" for example. That film dropped in 1998, and people are still yapping about it. It’s one of those movies that just punches you in the gut, in the best possible way. De Clermont-Tonnerre had a hand in that, and it shows. Fast forward a bit, and you’ve got "Gebo et l'ombre" from 2012. Totally different vibe. It’s quieter, almost haunting, and it kind of sneaks up on you. The story’s all about family, secrets, and the stuff people hide from each other—nothing too flashy, but man, does it dig deep. Then there’s "I'm Still Here" from 2024. Not to be confused with the Joaquin Phoenix thing, this one stands on its own, and the emotional weight is just… yeah. She’s not afraid to tackle heavy subjects or let her films breathe and take their time. Outside the cinema, she’s got a personal life too—married to Antoine de Clermont-Tonnerre, which, honestly, just sounds impossibly French and glamorous. All in all, Martine isn’t just some random name in the credits—she’s a force behind the scenes, making movies that actually matter, and not just for awards season. She’s one of those producers who builds films that last.