The Conquest

The film unravels the political trajectory of Nicolas Sarkozy, who ascended to become the President of France amidst a complex web of ambition, controversy and transformation. It portrays his journey from a young, ambitious politician with little experience in national politics, to a determined leader seeking to reshape France's political landscape. With an emphasis on Sarkozy's character, the movie delves into how personal struggles shaped his policies and decisions while in office. The narrative is threaded through key moments in his career - from his early years as a minister under Chirac, to his rise as a presidential candidate and eventual victory. Interspersed with behind-the-scenes glimpses of the French political scene, the film sheds light on the strategies and compromises that characterized Sarkozy's meteoric political rise.