A mouth-watering new production from the world of French cinema, Sur la Branche promises an exciting plot with an eclectic and talented cast. Intrepid, both funny and serious, Benoît Poelvoorde plays an unorthodox lawyer, while the dazzling Daphnée Patakia plays a woman in search of meaning in her chaotic life. They are joined byAgnès Jaoui and Raphaël Quenard, adding an extra dimension of depth to the story.
Brilliantly directed by Marie Garel-Weiss, Sur la Branche focuses on marginal characters who flirt with the justice system. The synopsis introduces Mimi, played by Patakia, a bipolar woman who decides, as she approaches her thirties, to look for a job. During her search, she meets a washed-up lawyer, Paul, played by Poelvoorde. Together, they decide to defend Christophe, a petty criminal played by Quenard, who proclaims his innocence despite a long criminal record.
In this film, the question of justice is clearly raised. How will Mimi and Paul, as helpless as they may be, manage to distill truth from falsehood and thwart prejudice against Christophe? Will they be able to cope with the heavy constraints of the French legal system?
Sur la Branche thus seems to offer a reflection on justice and humanity, all wrapped up in a bold cinematic style. The film is presented as a spiritual and legal quest in which innocence and guilt are brought to light through the actions and interpretations of the actors involved.
Benoît Poelvoorde, known for his sharp wit and humor, brings a touch of sarcasm and wit, while Daphnée Patakia, magnetizes the screen with her emotional intensity. Agnès Jaoui, in support, adds a gravity and sobriety that are always comforting. As for Raphaël Quenard, he brings a convincing vulnerability to his character as a petty criminal.
Marie Garel-Weiss 's direction promises a unique atmosphere, oscillating between hope, despair and humor. Sur la Branche promises to be a captivating film that flirts with the boundary between the law and human reality. It's an authentic story that tackles subjects as varied as mental illness, social injustice and humanity, underlined by sharp direction and a sublime cast.
So whether you're a film lover, a justice enthusiast or simply looking for a touching and intriguing story, don't miss Sur la Branche when it comes out.
Mimi, bipolar, is almost thirty. When she decides to look for work, she meets a shady lawyer. She convinces him to defend Christophe, a small-time hustler with a long criminal record who claims he's innocent. While Paul sees the case as a possible comeback, Mimi sees it as a mission, a clear path to justice and the truth.
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