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Fin de concession
Pierre Carles questions the privatization of the leading French televisions channel : is it not scandalous that the TFI-Bouygues concession has been automatically renewed since 1987 ? Taking up the anti-television fight he initiated with "Pas vu Pas pris", his first film, he confronts the people responsible for the news who have always avoided tackling this taboo subject. But the investigation does not go as planned : the old dinosaurs and young guardians now how to handle this media critic. To find his "fighting spirit" again, Carles calls to arms his friends and changes methods : Henceforth, no more concessions !
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Plot Summary
Set in a French mining town, the film centers on the impending closure of the local factory. The story follows the intertwined lives of three women grappling with the economic hardship and the uncertain future their community faces. Each woman navigates personal struggles and collective anxieties as their way of life is threatened.
Critical Reception
Fin de concession received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its sensitive portrayal of working-class struggles and strong performances, particularly from Nathalie Baye. Some found the pacing deliberate, but generally, it was appreciated for its emotional depth and realistic depiction of economic downturn.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its empathetic look at economic hardship.
Nathalie Baye's performance is a significant strength.
Some viewers found the narrative a bit slow but emotionally resonant.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in the region of Nord-Pas-de-Calais in France, an area historically significant for its mining industry, adding to the authenticity of the setting.
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