Marion Cotillard's 'Ice Tower' Sparks Controversy: Drug Use Allegations on Set?

Lucile Hadžihalilović's new film, 'The Ice Tower,' starring Marion Cotillard, is generating buzz not only for its surreal narrative but also for a potentially scandalous detail. The film depicts a young girl, Jeanne, who stumbles upon a film set and becomes fascinated by Cotillard's character, Cristina Van Der Berg, an austere actress. One scene, in particular, has raised eyebrows: a 'doctor' administers an injection to Cristina after a tantrum. This has led to speculation about possible drug use on set, with some questioning whether Cristina is a 'dope fiend,' as celebrity gossip rags might once have put it. The film, set in the 70s, already explores themes of innocence and corruption, but this detail adds a layer of intrigue and potential controversy. While the director's hallucinatory style minimizes dialogue, the implications of this scene are hard to ignore. Cotillard's portrayal of the glacial Cristina, a departure from her typically sensitive roles, further fuels the speculation. The film's unsettling finale, where Cristina attempts to corrupt Jeanne, only intensifies the questions surrounding the actress's character and the potential implications of the injection scene. 'The Ice Tower' promises to be a film that sparks debate and leaves audiences questioning the dark side of fame and the price of ambition.