Uploaded January 2016 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The latest cinematic adventure from Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Be Kind Rewind) follows two teen outcasts who hit the road in a car they built themselves. As the boys’ quest for independence hits some potholes so too does their friendship, and Gondry’s whimsical take on the buddy comedy gives way to a touching celebration of individuality. touching celebration of individuality.
"Imagine a middle-school version of The Kings of Summer meets Phineas and Ferb. In French. Sounds fun, right?"
— MANDEQ HASSAN, TIFF Next Wave Committee
For more information visit:
tiff.net/festivals/nextwave16/microbe-and-gasoline
The latest cinematic adventure from Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Be Kind Rewind) follows two teen outcasts who hit the road in a car they built themselves. As the boys’ quest for independence hits some potholes so too does their friendship, and Gondry’s whimsical take on the buddy comedy gives way to a touching celebration of individuality. touching celebration of individuality.
"Imagine a middle-school version of The Kings of Summer meets Phineas and Ferb. In French. Sounds fun, right?"
— MANDEQ HASSAN, TIFF Next Wave Committee
For more information visit:
tiff.net/festivals/nextwave16/microbe-and-gasoline
