Ad Vitam (2025)

“Ad Vitam” is a 2025 French action thriller directed by Rodolphe Lauga, co-written by Lauga and Guillaume Canet. The film stars Guillaume Canet as Franck Lazarev, a former member of the French Elite Intervention Squad (GIGN), alongside Stéphane Caillard as his wife, Léo, and Nassim Lyes in a supporting role.

The narrative centers on Franck Lazarev, who survives an attempted assassination only to discover that his pregnant wife, Léo, has been abducted by a mysterious group of armed men. As he embarks on a mission to rescue her, Franck is forced to confront his past and becomes entangled in a complex state affair that challenges his skills and resolve.

Released on January 10, 2025, “Ad Vitam” is available for streaming on Netflix.

netflix.com The film has received mixed reviews from critics. RogerEbert.com noted that while the movie delivers its share of action, it lacks the character development necessary to keep viewers emotionally invested.