Claire Denis' 2022 film Stars at Noon is a slow-burn romantic thriller set in pandemic-era Nicaragua, focusing on atmosphere and sensory tension over traditional plot. Adapted from Denis Johnson's novel, the film stars Margaret Qualley and Joe Alwyn as lovers navigating political intrigue, co-winning the Grand Prix at Cannes. Read a review of the film at rogerebert.com . Stars at Noon movie review & film summary - Roger Ebert