Spray of the Days (also known as Mood Indigo) is a 2013 French romantic fantasy film directed by Michel Gondry. The movie is based on the novel "Froth on the Daydream" by Boris Vian. The film features an ensemble cast including Romain Duris as Colin, Audrey Tatou as Chloe, Gad Elmaleh as Chick, and Omar Sy as Nicolas.
The movie tells the story of Colin, a wealthy young man who enjoys his carefree life in Paris. He is close friends with Chick, an intellectual obsessed with the works of Jean-Sol Partre, a philosopher and writer. Colin falls in love with a charming young woman, Chloe, and quickly marries her. However, their happiness is short-lived as Chloe falls ill with a mysterious disease – a water lily starts to grow in her lungs.
Colin tries everything in his power to find a cure for Chloe's illness, even selling off his belongings and seeking out unconventional treatments. Meanwhile, Chick's obsession with Partre becomes more manic, driving a wedge between him and his girlfriend, Alise. As Chloe's condition worsens, Colin's life spirals out of control, leading to a bittersweet and heartbreaking finale.
Spray of the Days is a visually stunning film, employing a mix of CGI and handcrafted sets to create a surreal and dreamlike world. The film's themes of love, loss, and mortality are explored with a whimsical and poetic sensibility. The movie received mixed reviews from critics but has gained a cult following for its unique style and emotional impact.