Microstar (2026)
Director: Léopold Kraus
Cast: Abraham Wapler, Raïka Hazanavicius, Félix Lefebvre, Fred Tousch, Maddie Kulicka
Gabriel Rose is a beauty influencer stuck in a dead-end loop—dreaming of Hollywood glory but cursed with zero talent and zero contacts. After bombing yet another audition, he stumbles into a golden opportunity when he meets Stanislas, a silver-spoon heir from Paris’s elite. The offer? Co-launch a luxury jewelry line. For Gabriel, it’s a backdoor into the glittering world of French high society, where every door seems to swing open effortlessly—at least from the outside. But as he climbs, he also falls for Pauline, a passionate researcher in political ecology who lives in a completely different reality. Caught between champagne-soaked soirées and grassroots activism, Gabriel must navigate the razor-thin line between who he is and who he’s pretending to be—chasing both the spotlight and a genuine connection, unsure which one will save him.
More About This Film
Microstar is a French comedy-drama about Gabriel, a beauty influencer who dreams of becoming an actor. His ambitions bring him into contact with people who challenge his assumptions about success, celebrity, and the image he has built online.
Léopold Kraus writes and directs the film, which takes an acidic look at a young generation shaped by social media, influencer culture, and the desire to be noticed. Abraham Wapler, Félix Lefebvre, and Raïka Hazanavicius lead the ensemble.
- Written and directed by Léopold Kraus.
- Abraham Wapler plays Gabriel Rose.
- Félix Lefebvre and Raïka Hazanavicius are among the principal cast.
- The film runs approximately 87 minutes.
- Kraus and the cast have described the modest scale of the production as an advantage for keeping the story focused on its characters.
Where to Watch
Microstar has a French theatrical and festival release profile, with streaming dependent on regional distribution.