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202585 minGdocumentary

Petit Rempart

202585 minGdocumentary

A 53-year-old former estate agent spends several months living in a women's shelter, reflecting on her social downfall and the lives of those around her.

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A 53-year-old former estate agent spends several months living in a women's shelter, reflecting on her social downfall and the lives of those around her.

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Eve Duchemindirector

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Mariem, 53, a former estate agent, resides in a women's shelter after experiencing a significant social downfall. Over several months, she interacts with women facing even more precarious situations. As she navigates life in the shelter, Mariem reflects on her circumstances and the stories of those around her. By the time she leaves, her perspective on life has shifted, shaped by the connections she has formed with the other residents.

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