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Director: Laurent Heynemann
Cast: Eric Prat, Yvon Back, Olivier Cruveiller, Bruno Raffaelli
Upon the sudden death of President Georges Pompidou, the French right is taken aback. Who will succeed him? It is finally Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, aged 48, elected with the support of Jacques Chirac, who is then appointed Prime Minister. Their alliance seems strong, but it will quickly crack.
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Directed by Laurent Heynemann, La rupture (2013) offers a captivating historical drama that explores the delicate political dynamics within the French government following the unexpected death of President Georges Pompidou. The film's intimate portrayal of the power struggle between Valéry Giscard d'Estaing and Jacques Chirac provides a fascinating window into the complexities of political alliances and their fragility.
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