The Secret of the Grain
Mr. Slimani, a fatigued 60-year-old in the port of Sète, drags himself into a shipyard work that has proven increasingly difficult to handle over the years. He is a divorced parent who is determined to maintain a close relationship with his family despite the schisms and tensions that are easily ignited and exacerbated by financial troubles. He is going through a trying time in his life, and everything seems to be conspiring to make him feel worthless: a failure. He wishes to emancipate himself and open his own restaurant. However, it looks to be an unattainable goal given his poor, sporadic pay, which is far from sufficient to support his ambition. However, he is still capable of dreaming and conversing about it, particularly with his family. A family that eventually lends their support to this endeavor that becomes a symbol of the path to a better existence. Due to its ingenuity and diligence, this fantasy quickly becomes a reality...or nearly so...
Released: 2007-12-24