Following critical acclaim for his 2023 film “The Night of the 12,” french director Dominik Moll [[2]] returns with “Dossier 137,” a new thriller examining the fraught landscape of police accountability. The film, which screened at Cannes 2025 [[1]], centers on an internal investigation, forcing viewers too confront challenging questions about objectivity within law enforcement. With a cast led by Léa Drucker, “Dossier 137” promises a tense and timely exploration of morality and power within the French justice system.
Dominik Moll Returns with Gripping New Thriller, “Dossier 137”
French filmmaker Dominik Moll is back with another tense police procedural, “Dossier 137,” following the success of his critically acclaimed 2023 film, “The Night of the 12.” The new thriller delves into the complexities of policing the police, and is already generating buzz for its compelling narrative and strong performances.
“Dossier 137” centers around an internal investigation within the French police force, exploring the difficult question of objectivity when officers are tasked with investigating their own colleagues. Moll himself posed this question, stating, “Can one be objective when one is a police officer investigating police officers?”
Leading the cast is Léa Drucker, who delivers what critics are calling a “stunning” performance as an inspector with the General Inspectorate of the National Police (IGPN). Drucker embodies the role, and the film is being lauded as a significant work showcasing her talent. “It’s for me a great role in a great film,” Drucker said, adding that the film interrogates “the dysfunctions of our democracy.”
The film arrives three years after Moll’s “The Night of the 12” earned seven César Awards, France’s equivalent of the Oscars, solidifying his reputation as a master of suspense. This latest work continues Moll’s exploration of crime and morality, offering a nuanced and unsettling look at the pressures and ethical dilemmas faced by law enforcement.
“Dossier 137” presents a scenario where the investigators themselves become the subject of scrutiny, raising questions about accountability and the potential for systemic issues within the police force. The film’s premise taps into a broader cultural conversation about trust in institutions and the challenges of maintaining integrity in positions of power.
The film is described as “suffocating” and a gripping exploration of a difficult subject matter, promising audiences a thought-provoking and intense cinematic experience.
