31 Dec 1970
Lady Caliph
La Califfa's husband was killed during the strikes so she takes the side of the strikers. Her conflict with the plant owner Doverdo gradually turns into a love relationship.
At War
After promising 1100 employees that they would protect their jobs, the managers of a factory decide to suddenly close up shop. Laurent takes the lead in a fight against this decision.
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Vincent Lindon Laurent Amédéo
Mélanie Rover Mélanie, CGT unionist
Jacques Borderie Mr. Borderie, plant manager
David Rey Administrative and financial director
Isabelle Rufin Director of human resources
Bruno Bourthol SIPI activist #2
Sébastien Vamelle CGT activist #2
Jean-Noël Tronc Mayor of Agen
Valérie Lamond Unions’ Lawyer
Guillaume Daret TV reporter
Jean Grosset President’s Special Adviser
Frédéric Lacomare CFE-CGC activist #1
Anthony Pitalier Special Adviser’s Assistant
Séverine Charrié Laurent’s ex-wife
Romain de Boissieu Economist
Marie Nadaud Confederation Hostess
Rachid Mamlous Confederation Security Guard
Guillaume Draux Mr. Censier, CEO Perrin France
Rachid Haryouli SIPI unionist
Teddy Perrot CGT unionist
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