We Believe You


We Believe You is a 2025 Belgian drama film directed by Arnaud Dufeys, Charlotte Devillers in their first feature. The film follows Alice, who stands before a judge, knowing there is no room for error. She must speak up for her children, as her custody is being called into question.
It was selected in Perspectives at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival and was screened on 17 February 2025.

Synopsis

Alice, a 40-year-old mother, fights to protect her children in a justice system that scrutinizes her instead of their father. As she struggles to make their fears heard, the film explores the challenges women face and how the legal system handles family and domestic violence.

Cast

The film written, directed and produced by Arnaud Dufeys, Charlotte Devillers, stars Myriem Akheddiou and Laurent Capelluto. The film was produced by Makintosh with support from the Film and Audiovisual Centre. The film has backing from the Belgian National Lottery, Be TV, RTBF, Proximus and the federal Tax Shelter initiative via Shelter Prod/ING. It was filmed in Brussels and wrapped up in May 2024.

Release

We Believe You had its world premiere on 17 February 2025, as part of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, in Perspectives.
The film competed in Feature Film Competition 2025 at the 26th edition of the International Music & Cinema Festival in Marseille that took place from March 24 to 29, 2025.
It was presented in Official Section of 22nd Seville [European Film Festival] on 8 November 2025, and on 9 November 2025, it was presented in European Discoveries section of Arras Film Festival.

Accolades

The film selected in the newly formed Perspectives competition will compete for Best First Feature Award.
AwardDate of ceremonyCategoryRecipientResult
Berlin International Film Festival23 February 2025GWFF Best First Feature Award Special MentionWe Believe You
Seville European Film Festival15 November 2025Golden GiraldilloWe Believe YouWon
Seville European Film Festival15 November 2025Best ScreenplayCharlotte Devillers, Arnaud DufeysWon
Seville European Film Festival15 November 2025Best ActressMyriem AkeddiouWon
Cork International Film Festival16 November 2025Spirit of the Festival Award – Best FilmWe Believe YouWon
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