Lise and Andre
Lise is a Parisian prostitute who has a young son, Sebastien. Lise dotes on her boy, who has a gift for music and sings in a children's choir directed by aging parish priest Father Andre. Sebastien becomes involved in an auto accident that sends him into a coma; after he remains unconscious for three months, Lise begins to panic, desperate for a remedy that medical science can't provide. When she is told of a field in a village in rural France where a miracle is said to have occurred some years before -- an apparition of the Virgin Mary arrived to provide food for a group of starving children -- Lise wants to travel to the site of the miracle to pray for her son. She also insists that Father Andre come along, but the priest is not eager to go, due to his age, his health, and his increasing cynicism about religion. Lise is persistent, however, and before long the two are on the road in search of a much-needed miracle.
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Plot Summary
In a gritty Parisian suburb, Lise and André, two young men from opposing sides of the law, find themselves drawn into a dangerous world of crime and betrayal. Their lives become increasingly entangled as André, a petty thief, attempts to go straight, while Lise, a police informant, navigates the treacherous underbelly of the city. Their relationship is tested by loyalty, ambition, and the constant threat of violence.
Critical Reception
Lise and André received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its raw depiction of urban life and strong performances from its lead actors, though some critics found its narrative somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
- The film excels in its portrayal of harsh urban realities.
- Performances by the lead actors are a significant strength.
- The plot sometimes relies on familiar crime drama tropes.
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Fun Fact
Director Jean-François Richet went on to direct acclaimed films like 'Mesrine' and 'Blood Is Blood'.
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