La ligne

Jan 11 2023 N/A 1h 41m
Drama

Margaret, 35, has a history of violent behaviour which has cost her a romantic relationship. She has moved back in with her mother Christina, a fragile, immature 55-year-old woman who blames Margaret, her firstborn, for ruining her dreams of a career as a concert pianist. In a state of unbridled fury during an argument, Margaret hits Christina. The law steps in, further complicating family dynamics. As she awaits trial, Margaret is forbidden from coming into contact with her mother or within 100 metres of their home. This only intensifies her desire to be closer to her family. Every day, Margaret appears at this 100-metre threshold to see her 12-year-old sister Marion and give her music lessons.

Plot

Margaret is charged with a three-month restraining order for having hit her mother. But the 100 meters that now separate her from her home only exacerbate Margaret's desire to come closer to her family.

Written by

Stéphanie Blanchoud, Ursula Meier, Antoine Jaccoud

Directed by

Ursula Meier

Cast

Stéphanie Blanchoud, Valeria Bruni Tedeschi, Elli Spagnolo

Crew

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Production Countries

Belgium, France, Switzerland

Production Companies

Bandita Films, Les Films de Pierre, Les Films du Fleuve, ARTE France Cinéma

Languages

Français

Awards

4 wins & 6 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
607
Average Rating
6 out of 10
Metascore
60
Popularity
NA