It's Not a Fish (2026)
C'est pas un poisson
Director: Béatrice Arsenault Pilon
Cast: Myra Lemay Sampaio, Aleksandre Buha, Yannick Pilon, Vincent Ouellet
Did you know? The garage sale scene features a real vintage “Pet Rock” from the 1970s, which the prop master found at an actual suburban yard sale two blocks from the filming location.
Why Watch: In a film landscape bloated with noise, *It's Not a Fish* finds profound beauty in the quietest moments, turning a simple errand to bury a hamster into a haunting meditation on memory and suburban solitude. Director Florence’s strange, dreamlike encounters unfold with a tenderness that will linger long after the credits roll, making it a must-watch for anyone who craves slow-burn, emotionally resonant storytelling. Don’t let the quirky title fool you—this is a masterclass in finding the extraordinary in the ordinary.
A single, still summer afternoon unravels for Florence as she drifts through the familiar suburban lanes of her childhood. Eerie run-ins, a roadside yard sale, and the solemn task of burying a hamster quietly redefine her ordinary world.