The Bitterness of the Singer in Front of the Utility of Barbed Wire
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Chantal is employed one summer to look after Paul, 16. He is suffering from an incurable illness that contributes to his violent, aggressive temperament. With Nelly, the family cook, to help, Chantal tries to befriend the young patient. To escape the oppressive reality of her job, Chantal dreams. She dreams of her favorite singers and other popular idols who reassure her the time it takes to sing a few songs.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2002-04-07
Runtime: 43 mins
Director: Armand Lameloise
Writer: Armand Lameloise
Spoken language: Français
Genres: Drama
Original title: The Bitterness of the Singer in Front of the Utility of Barbed Wire
Production Companies: Les Films du Petit Poisson
Production Countries: France
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