---
title: "Last Summer"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/last-summer-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 812037
imdb_id: "tt14550346"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 104
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 249
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Last Summer (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/last-summer-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Last Summer, also known by its French title L'Été dernier, is a 2023 French erotic drama film directed by Catherine Breillat. The screenplay was written by Breillat in collaboration with Pascal Bonitzer. The film serves as a remake of the 2019 Danish film Queen of Hearts and features performances by actors Léa Drucker and Samuel Kircher. The narrative centers on a French teenager who has been living with his mother in the city. During one summer, he moves to the countryside to live with his estranged father’s family. Upon his arrival, the teenager clashes with his stepmother. The film explores the taboos surrounding the relationship between a stepmother and her stepson. The production has a runtime of one hour and forty-four minutes. It was released in the United States on June 28, 2024. The project is categorized as a drama and is distinct from other productions sharing the same title that focus on different characters and settings.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A French teen's rural summer stay with his estranged father's family takes an unexpected turn."

### Why Watch
- Nuanced portrayal of family dynamics
- Strong central performance from young lead
- Evocative rural French setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- Slow pacing may not suit all viewers
- Some plot threads left unresolved
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for mature teens and adults due to family tension and mild thematic elements.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: coming-of-age, tense, intimate, unsettling, atmospheric

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Criterion Channel | Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | Criterion Channel | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | SBS On Demand | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Catherine Breillat
- **Networks / Studios**: SBS Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Léa Drucker** as *Anne*
- **Samuel Kircher** as *Théo*
- **Olivier Rabourdin** as *Pierre*
- **Clotilde Courau** as *Mina*
- **Serena Hu** as *Serena*
- **Angela Chen** as *Angela*
- **Lila-Rose Gilberti** as *Sara Evrard*
- **Karim Achoui** as *Avocat Théo*
- **Valérie Schlumberger** as *Invitée apéritif*
- **Jean Christophe Pilloix** as *Son pere*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this film in French?
Yes, the film is in French with English subtitles available.

### Q: Where was it filmed?
The film was shot in rural France.

### Q: Is it based on a book?
No, it's an original screenplay.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 90 minutes.

### Q: Is there a romantic subplot?
The focus is primarily on family relationships rather than romance.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Last Summer — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/812037)
- [Last Summer (2023) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14550346/fullcredits/)
- [Last Summer (2023 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Last_Summer_(2023_film))
- [Last Summer (2023) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/812037-l-ete-dernier/cast)
- [Last Summer (2023) Full Cast & Crew - MyDramaList](https://mydramalist.com/757827-last-summer/cast)
- [Last Summer (2023 film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/Last%20Summer%20(2023%20film))

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