Matthias & Maxime
By Xavier Dolan
2019 | 121 min | Drama
When Matt and Max have to kiss for a short film, their lives are suddenly turned upside down. Are they more than just friends? A film by Xavier Dolan.
Pier-Luc Funk
ActorCanadian actor Pier-Luc Funk, born in 1994 in Laval, Québec, has been a prominent figure in film and television since his youth. He first gained widespread recognition through his leading role in the youth series *Tactik* (2009–2013). His significant film work includes a role in Xavier Dolan's drama *Matthias & Maxime* (2019), which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. His performance in the film *Genesis* (*Genèse*, 2018) earned him nominations for both a Canadian Screen Award and an Iris Award. In addition to his work as a screen performer, Funk is also active as a television host in Québec.
Films
Genesis
2019 | 130 min | Drama
The passion of three teenagers struggling in the current of their first love as they find their way to freedom.
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