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A Moment of Happiness

Philippe, 25, arrives one morning in Arcachon, where his sister lives. He is a young man with no ties, someone people easily confide in. He works seasonal jobs in the restaurant industry. Betty, 20, is a young mother full of life and tenderness for her 5-year-old son, Damien. They still live within the family household, but Betty's relationship with her father is strained. Damien is affected by this tense atmosphere. Betty finds a job, leaves the family home, and gains independence. Betty and Philippe will cross paths.

Top Cast

  • Isild Le Besco

    Isild Le Besco

    Betty

  • Catherine Davenier

    Catherine Davenier

    La mère de Betty

  • Olivier Gourmet

    Olivier Gourmet

    Le père de Betty

  • Vincent Bonnafous

    Vincent Bonnafous

    Damien

  • Sylvie Testud

    Sylvie Testud

    L'institutrice

  • Bernard Blancan

    Bernard Blancan

    Edmond, le pêcheur

  • Catherine Baugué

    Catherine Baugué

    Muriel

  • Malik Zidi

    Malik Zidi

    Philippe

Overview

Philippe, 25, arrives one morning in Arcachon, where his sister lives. He is a young man with no ties, someone people easily confide in. He works seasonal jobs in the restaurant industry. Betty, 20, is a young mother full of life and tenderness for her 5-year-old son, Damien. They still live within the family household, but Betty's relationship with her father is strained. Damien is affected by this tense atmosphere. Betty finds a job, leaves the family home, and gains independence. Betty and Philippe will cross paths.

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