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202340 minPGdocumentary

5.8/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Capitalism Social Justice

La Maison

202340 minPGdocumentary

5.8/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Sophie and Tarik decide to demolish their inherited family home in Vallée de Joux instead of moving in.

Capitalism Social Justice

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Sophie and Tarik decide to demolish their inherited family home in Vallée de Joux instead of moving in.

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Sophie Ballmerdirector

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Sophie and Tarik inherit a family home in Vallée de Joux. Instead of moving in, they decide to demolish the house. The 40-minute documentary, directed by Sophie Ballmer, follows their renovation efforts. It details Sophie's aim to rethink societal constructs like patriarchy and capitalism. Through their project, they confront traditional norms and seek a new path toward growth and degrowth. The film captures their personal changes amid these choices.

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