Mars & Avril
Adapted from two acclaimed graphic novels, Mars & Avril is set in a futuristic Montreal, where
humanity is about to set foot on Mars. JACOB OBUS (Jacques Languirand), a charismatic
musician, takes pride in slowing down time by playing instruments inspired by womenÂ’s bodies,
designed by his friend, ARTHUR (Paul Ahmarani). A love triangle develops when Jacob and
Arthur both fall in love with AVRIL (Caroline Dhavernas), a young photographer. Enter EUGÈNE
SPAAK (Robert Lepage), inventor, cosmologist and ArthurÂ’s father, who unveils a new theory
about manÂ’s desire to reach Mars and helps Jacob find the true meaning of life and love.
Directed by: Martin Villeneuve
Produced by: Anne-Marie Gélinas, Benoit Beaulieu & Martin Villeneuve
Starring: Jacques Languirand, Caroline Dhavernas, Paul Ahmarani et Robert Lepage
Original Trailer Music: Ramachandra Borcar