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Half-Price
Demi-Tarif follows the low-key adventures of three young siblings, Romeo, Launa, and the youngest - Leo, left on their own in a rundown Paris apartment. One of them narrates, wistfully explaining how their mother abandoned them and calls them once in a while to see how they are doing or tell them she loves them. The three kids do as they please, roaming the streets, running out of restaurants without paying for food, and shoplifting from the local grocery store. They eat whatever and whenever they want, gorging themselves on sweets. They beg for change on the Metro and show up late for school in tattered, dirty clothes. All the while, they try to keep the fact that they are alone a secret from the world of adults.
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Plot Summary
In a small town, a widowed father struggles to make ends meet after his wife's death. He works tirelessly to provide for his two sons, but financial hardship looms. When an opportunity arises to participate in a controversial but lucrative scheme, he must grapple with the ethical implications and the potential impact on his family.
Critical Reception
Half-Price received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its heartfelt performances and exploration of difficult themes. Some found the pacing to be slow at times, but the film was generally appreciated for its earnest portrayal of family struggles and moral dilemmas within the context of its intended audience.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its emotional depth and strong performances.
Some found the narrative to be a bit predictable.
Appreciated for its family-friendly themes and moral undertones.
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Fun Fact
Richard Dutcher, who directed and starred in the film, is known for making films primarily for a Latter-day Saint audience.
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