Deep Dive: Paul (2025)
Film Lens
Paul is a 2025 Canadian documentary directed by Denis Côté that focuses on a man named Paul, who faces severe social anxiety. He primarily interacts with others online and works as a cleaner for dominatrixes, which serves as a unique backdrop for his story. The film presents a candid look at his life, emphasizing the complexities of his social interactions and the unconventional nature of his job.
Premiering at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in February 2025, the film runs for 87 minutes. It received critical acclaim, winning the Special Jury Prize for Best Canadian Feature Documentary at the 2025 Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival, indicating its impact within the documentary community.
Why Watch
- •Meet Paul, a man with severe social anxiety.
- •See the unique world of dominatrix cleaning jobs.
- •Follow Paul's online social interactions.
Did You Know
•The film premiered at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in February 2025.
•Paul works as a cleaner specifically for dominatrixes.
•The film won the Special Jury Prize at the 2025 Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival.
Perfect For
Social anxiety topicsDocumentary film enthusiastsUnconventional job stories