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Juppé, le ressuscité
Alain Juppé is known to be a plain, hardworking, cold and brilliant man. In the 90's, all French political men, from François Mitterrand to Jacques Chirac, saw a great future for him. But judicial cases and a sentence broke this momentum. After a long spell in the wilderness, he came back and is now running for President among his political group, Les Républicains. In this frame, Franz-Olivier Giesbert followed him during several months, trying to understand the personality of this reborn political leader.
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the political comeback of Alain Juppé, focusing on his journey from being a prominent figure in French politics to his resurgence during the 2016 presidential primary campaign. It delves into his strategies, challenges, and the key moments that defined his political revival.
Critical Reception
As a political documentary, 'Juppé, le ressuscité' received attention for its timely exploration of a significant political figure's career. Reviews often highlighted its insight into Juppé's strategic maneuvering and the dynamics of French political primaries. While praised for its focus, some critics noted its inherent subjectivity given the subject matter.
What Reviewers Say
Offers an in-depth look at Alain Juppé's political strategies and resilience.
Provides context for the 2016 French presidential primary race.
Examined Juppé's ability to overcome past political setbacks.
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Fun Fact
The documentary's title, 'Juppé, le ressuscité' (Juppé, the resurrected), directly refers to Alain Juppé's notable ability to make comebacks in French politics after periods of difficulty or public scrutiny.
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