In this intimate and emotionally charged drama, Charlotte Gainsbourg directs a delicate portrait of her own mother, the iconic Jane Birkin. More than a traditional documentary, the film unfolds as a series of candid conversations and shared moments, revealing the complex layers of a relationship viewed through the dual lens of family and fame. As Charlotte turns her camera on Jane, she seeks to understand the woman behind the public persona, exploring themes of artistry, motherhood, and the passage of time.

The film navigates the quiet, profound space between a daughter and her mother, where love is intertwined with a lifetime of observations and unspoken histories. Through their dialogue, a subtle yet powerful tension emerges—the challenge of truly seeing a parent as an individual, separate from the roles they have always played. Charlotte Gainsbourg crafts a poignant and atmospheric thriller of the heart, where the central mystery is the person you thought you knew best. With evocative intimacy, Jane by Charlotte captures the beautiful, haunting process of rediscovery, offering a rare glimpse into the private world of two extraordinary artists.