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The Bitterness of the Singer in Front of the Utility of Barbed Wire

The Bitterness of the Singer in Front of the Utility of Barbed Wire

Genres

Drama

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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.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

French

Runtime

43 mins

Rating

2/10

Release Date

07 April 2002

Country

France

Cast

Fabienne Babe

Fabienne Babe

Chantal / Nurse

Stanislas Forlani

Stanislas Forlani

Paul

Eva Mazauric

Eva Mazauric

Nelly / Cook

Michèle Torr

Michèle Torr

Michèle Torr

Stone

Stone

Stone

Nancy Holloway

Nancy Holloway

Nancy Holloway

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