Claire Denis's Cannibal Crime Drama Raises Questions About True Crime and Femininity Claire Denis, a French filmmaker known for her uncompromising and visually stunning films, is moving forward with "The Soap Maker", a cannibal crime drama inspired by the true story of Leonarda Cianciulli.
On its surface, this project seems to be another iteration in the true crime genre that has dominated headlines and screens lately.
However, Denis's involvement raises intriguing questions about the relationship between true crime and femininity.