Judith Williquet

Actor

Judith Williquet is a Belgian actress who has established herself on the European film scene with her impressive expressiveness and great sensitivity. Her acting is characterized by emotional precision and a strong physical presence, which she uses convincingly in both quiet moments and intense character roles. In POMPEI (2019, directed by Anna Falguères and John Shank), she plays Hélène, a mysterious character who encounters two brothers in a lonely, archaic landscape and changes their fragile world. The film, which attracted attention at international festivals, thrives on Williquet's subtle performance and her ability to convey great emotions with minimal means. She has also appeared in a number of other challenging film productions. In The Man Who Sold His Skin (2020, directed by Kaouther Ben Hania), which was screened at the Venice Film Festival and nominated for an Oscar for Best International Feature Film, she is part of the ensemble cast of a highly acclaimed political drama. In Le Prince (2021, directed by Lisa Bierwirth), she also demonstrates her versatility in a finely observed relationship film, while in Cavale (2022, directed by Joseph Kumbela), she takes on a role in an introspective Belgian drama about freedom and identity. Earlier works such as Au revoir là-haut (2017, directed by Albert Dupontel) and The Assistant (2015, directed by Christophe Ali and Nicolas Bonilauri) demonstrate her consistent presence in productions that combine social issues with artistic ambition. Judith Williquet belongs to a generation of actresses who are uncompromisingly dedicated to challenging projects. With each film, she expands her repertoire and confirms her position as a captivating voice in modern European cinema.

Films on Sooner

Pompei

2019

95 mins

Drama

In the barren expanses of a desert, a group of young people grow up with misguided role models and pent-up sexual energy.