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Defend Your Name

Fabrice grew up fascinated by his father. His only way to get his admiration: follow in his footsteps, become the local boss and stick up for their land at all costs. But now, his wife Laetitia is urging him to move on, to break free from his father's grip. Torn by the conflict between his desire for freedom and the fear of losing his father's love, he will fall into a spiral of violence.

Top Cast

  • Nicolas Fustier

    Nicolas Fustier

    Fabrice Marcillac

  • Pablo Pauly

    Pablo Pauly

    Jérôme Guérini

  • Julia Piaton

    Julia Piaton

    Laetitia Marcillac

  • Patrick Rocca

    Patrick Rocca

    Maurice Marcillac

  • Catherine Davenier

    Catherine Davenier

    Josée Marcillac

Overview

Fabrice grew up fascinated by his father. His only way to get his admiration: follow in his footsteps, become the local boss and stick up for their land at all costs. But now, his wife Laetitia is urging him to move on, to break free from his father's grip. Torn by the conflict between his desire for freedom and the fear of losing his father's love, he will fall into a spiral of violence.

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