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Slalom
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Title: Slalom

Release Date: 17 Oct 2020

Runtime: 1h 33m

Genre: Drama

Director: jour2fête, Mille et une productions, Charlie Bus Production, Panache Productions

Production Companies: jour2fête, Mille et une productions, Charlie Bus Production, Panache Productions

Overview: 15 year-old Lyz, a high school student in the French Alps, has been accepted to a highly selective ski club whose aim is to train future professional athletes. Taking a chance on his new recruit, Fred, ex-champion turned coach, decides to make Lyz his shining star regardless of her lack of experience. Under his influence, Lyz will have to endure more than the physical and emotional pressure of the training. Will Lyz’s determination help her escape his grip?

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Average Vote: 6.7 (123 votes)

Cast

  • Lyz: Noée Abita
  • Fred: Jérémie Renier
  • Lilou: Marie Denarnaud
  • Catherine: Muriel Combeau
  • Justine: Maïra Schmitt
  • Maximilien: Axel Auriant
  • La mère de Justine: Catherine Marchal
  • Le chauffeur: Dominique Thomas
  • Le père de Justine: François Godart
  • Le coach de l'équipe de France: Fred Epaud
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