César
CésarRating: 7.6 |
Year:1936 |
Country:FR |
Description:
In this heartfelt drama, Honoré Panisse, a man aware of his impending death, gathers his closest loved ones as he faces the end with dignity and openness. As he makes peace with his past, he chooses to withhold an important truth from his son Césariot - that Marius, a dear friend and godfather, is actually his biological father. With Panisse's passing, it falls upon Fanny, Césariot's mother, to reveal this hidden truth.Unaware of the secret kept from him, Césariot sets out on an unexpected journey to discover the origins of his lineage. Posing as a journalist, he befriends Marius, unknowingly forming bonds and learning about the life of this seemingly ordinary mechanic in Toulon. Through experiences and shared tales, Césariot is led to believe that Marius' past involves petty theft.It isn't until the truth finally surfaces that Marius, Fanny, César, and Césariot can confront the lies that have held them together - lies born out of love and care for one another. This compelling tale explores themes of family, identity, and the lengths we go to protect the ones we cherish most.