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De force avec d'autres
Actor and singer on the decline, Sergio, alcoholic, goes adrift. His son, Simon, undertakes to make a film with and on him, to try to bring him back to life, "by force with others"
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Plot Summary
In a small French town, a modest bank employee named Bernard is wrongly accused of embezzlement. Facing severe consequences and public shame, he must race against time to prove his innocence. As the investigation unfolds, hidden secrets and unexpected betrayals come to light, forcing Bernard to confront the darker side of his community and his own life.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Jean-Pierre Darroussin. However, some found the plot predictable at times.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful narrative and the lead actor's compelling portrayal.
Some reviewers noted the film's deliberate pacing and familiar crime drama tropes.
Appreciated for its gritty depiction of small-town life and moral ambiguity.
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Fun Fact
The film was Bernard Rapp's directorial debut in feature films, after a career primarily in television documentaries.
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