Ulysse: Laetitia Masson's drama of a mother and her son.

"Ulysse" is a French drama film about Alice, a sociologist who learns she is pregnant, and her son Ulysse, who is diagnosed with a genetic condition that leaves him smaller than other children. It follows the boy's singular odyssey to walk, speak, learn, understand and grow, with Alice determined he will find his place in the world. The film is directed by Laetitia Masson and stars Elodie Bouchez, Stanislas Merhar, Romane Bohringer and Gringe. The screening on 21 November is its UK premiere, followed by a Q&A with the director moderated by Linda Marric.