Raoul Taburin

Raoul Taburin's life revolves around bicycles as the official dealer in the picturesque village of Saint Céron in Southern France. Despite his profound knowledge and expertise in all things cycling, he harbors a deeply personal secret - an inability to ride a bike without stabilizers that has persisted through childhood and adolescence. The shame of this hidden flaw has kept him isolated from the community and shrouded in self-doubt.When photographer Hervé Figougne moves into town, he and Raoul form an unlikely friendship. However, their bond is tested when Figougne suggests they collaborate on a photoshoot featuring Raoul riding a racing bike precariously close to a mountain edge. Despite his reluctance, the pressures of his friend's persistence and the village's skepticism culminate in a life-altering decision for Raoul.As he prepares to face his destiny, Raoul must confront not only the fear of public exposure but also grapple with the complexities of his own identity. The film explores themes of friendship, trust, and self-acceptance in the context of a charming French village and an unexpected bicycle journey.