The Cruel Embrace

Ludovic is the son of Nicole, a single mother who married Micho, a man older than her. He agreed to adopt her son. Ludo is the scapegoat of Tatave, first son of Micho and the favoured victim of his teacher. Communication between Ludo and his mother is non-existent. While her own health is deteriorating, she eventually entrusts him to an asylum.

Director: Marion Hänsel

Cast: Thierry Frémont, Marianne Basler, Yves Cotton, Marie-Ange Dutheil, André Penvern, Frédéric Saurel

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