2023, France, 91 minutes, fiction, drama
Director: Teddy Lussi-Modeste
Script: Audrey Diwan
Cinematography: Hichame Alaouie
Cast: François Civil, Shaïn Boumedine, Mallory Wanecque
Producer: Kazak Productions
Julien, a young teacher, is wrongfully accused of sexual misconduct by a teenage girl from his class. As he faces mounting pressure from the girl’s older brother and her classmates, the situation spirals out of control: allegations spread, the entire school is thrown into turmoil, and the teacher has to fight to clear his name.
Teddy Lussi-Modeste
Teddy Lussi-Modeste was born in Grenoble, Isère, France and studied filmmaking at La Fémis. He began his career as a screenwriter and director, making his feature film debut in 2011. Known for his nuanced storytelling and social commentary, he has directed critically acclaimed films, including “The Good Teacher” and “The Price of Success.” His work has been featured at major international festivals, earning recognition for its depth and realism.
Filmography:
2024 – The Good Teacher
2017 – The Price of Success
2011 – Jimmy Rivière