CinémAlliance | Le Dernier Repas Événement se déroulant dans le cadre de la Journée internationale de la Francophonie 2025
Monday 24 March, 18:00 Passed
This event includes accessibility accommodations Motor impairment
The Last Meal | Maryse Legagneur 2024 | 1h50 | Drama
Reynold se meurt d’un cancer de l’estomac. Il utilise le prétexte des derniers repas pour les partager avec sa fille Vanessa qu’il n’a pas vu depuis 20 ans. D’abord hésitante, Vanessa accepte de revoir son père. Au fil des repas, un rituel s’installe, les mets traditionnels agissent comme réminiscence du passé. Vanessa découvre qui est véritablement son père : un homme aimant dont la dictature avait durci le cœur.
Reynold is suffering from terminal stomach cancer. Before the inevitable, he has a chance of repairing his relationship with his long-estranged daughter. The story unfolds as he savors Vanessa's efforts to recreate his favorite dishes from Haiti, and Reynold relives his experiences in his native country - including his brutal incarceration.
A powerful story of the traumas suffered by Haitians during the Duvalier regime and their long-lasting effects on families. Screening will be followed by a Q&A with the Director (online).