Hantée Brings Family Fantasy Film to Quebec Cinemas

Hantée, a Quebec fantasy family film written by India Desjardins and directed by Rafaël Ouellet, follows teenager Mathilde as she moves to a rural home and discovers Isabeau, a ghost from the 19th century who has lost her memories. The film stars Jade Brind’amour and Virginie Fortin.

According to Le Devoir, the 2026 movie combines comedy, horror elements and youth cinema through Mathilde’s investigation into Isabeau’s mysterious past. The story explores friendship, memory, intimidation, environmental activism and the way folklore shapes perceptions.

Le Devoir reported that Hantée runs for 103 minutes and features performances by Jade Brind’amour, Virginie Fortin, Evelyne Brochu and François Létourneau. The production also includes references to classic fantasy and horror films such as Contact, E.T., Beetlejuice, The Addams Family and Ghostbusters.

Jade Brind’amour, who plays Mathilde, described the character’s emotional challenges during an interview with Les As de l’info.

"For playing Mathilde, I drew from teenage experiences: entering a new school, moving, feeling troubled. I wanted people to first think, 'Well, she is a teenager with an attitude.' But quickly understand that she is going through things," said Jade Brind’amour, actor.

Virginie Fortin portrays Isabeau, a ghost from the 1860s and 1870s who does not remember her life or death. She said the character uses humor while discovering her own history.

"Oh yes, you still say 'slay queen'?" said Virginie Fortin, actor.

The film’s premiere took place at Monument-National in Montreal before its theatrical release, according to NoovoMoi. The event brought together cast members and other figures from Quebec’s artistic community.

Mariloup Wolfe attended the red carpet event with her 16-year-old son Manoé, who appeared publicly alongside his mother. She joked about the rare occasion of having him as her companion.

"It is rare that I am accompanied," said Mariloup Wolfe, actor.

Hantée was created as a nostalgic tribute to family cinema from the 1980s and 1990s, with Rafaël Ouellet using practical effects and visual techniques such as mirrors to build its atmosphere. The film is scheduled for theatrical release in Quebec.