Robust15

Directed by Constance Meyer | France | 2021 | 1h 35m | French w/ English subtitles | Starring Gérard Depardieu, Déborah Lukumuena, Lucas Mortier, Megan Northam

A cynical, ageing actor must hire a new assistant when his former right-hand man and only friend takes a leave of absence for several weeks. He appoints a young female security guard who is also semi-pro wrestler. Despite their individual differences a unique bond begins to form between the two. French acting legend Gérard Depardieu stars in this soulful and charming odd-couple drama from debut filmmaker Constance Meyer.

Reviews

‘An act of intergenerational generosity and mutual elevation between one of France’s most accomplished movie stars, and one of its blazing newest.’
Jessica Kiang, Variety

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