Night #1 (2011): Cast & Plot

Anne Émond’s debut feature, Nuit #1, offers a bold and intimate exploration of a fleeting romantic encounter that unfolds over the course of a single night. The film begins with Clara, portrayed by Catherine de Léan, and Nikolaï, played by Dimitri Storoge, meeting unexpectedly at a sweaty, energetic rave. Their night together culminates at Nikolaï’s minimalist apartment, where the initial scenes focus on their raw, erotic, and spontaneous moments of passion. The camera captures their lovemaking in a candid and sensual manner, revealing the mystery, struggle, and intensity of that first intimate encounter, highlighting how much remains unspoken between them.