BPM (Beats Per Minute)

120 battements par minute

In Paris in the early 1990s, members of the activist group ACT UP battle for those stricken with HIV/AIDS, taking on sluggish government agencies and major pharmaceutical companies in bold, invasive actions. Amid rallies, protests, fierce debates and ecstatic dance parties, newcomer to the group Nathan falls in love with Sean, the ACT UP's radical firebrand, and their passion sparks against the shadow of mortality as the activists fight for a breakthrough.

Winner of the FIPRESCI Prize, Francois Chalais Award, Grand Prize of the Jury, and the Queer Palm and nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Winner of 6 Cesar Awards including Best Supporting Actor (Antoine Reinartz), Most Promising Actor (Nahuel Perez Biscayart), Best Original Screenplay, and Best Film.

"'BPM' is an affecting memorial about being alive and being heard - a movie that says the only things that matter in life are love, righteous struggle, and the joy of being with others. It shakes all three until their atoms get up and dance." - Ty Burr, Boston Globe