Synopsis
Isa and Marie bond while working in a French sweatshop and soon begin sharing an apartment that Marie is watching for a hospitalized mother and daughter. Marie, hoping to avoid a life of struggle and poverty, takes up with Chriss, a nightclub owner whose most attractive asset is his money. Isa recognizes the ultimate futility of the relationship and tries to keep Marie away from him, but her interference puts their friendship at risk.
Facts
Awards
European Film Award for Best Actress, European Film Award for European Discovery of the Year
Setting
Nord
Production
Les Productions Bagheera, France 3 Cinéma, Diaphana Films
Original language
French
Stills
Festival History
- International Film Festival Rotterdam 1999 generic
- Cannes Film Festival 1998 generic
- San Sebastián International Film Festival 1998 generic
- Toronto International Film Festival 1998 generic
