For Better and for Worse
Un homme heureuxRating: 5.26 |
Year:2023 |
Country:FR |
Description:
"A Man!" is an emotionally-charged drama exploring the complexities of love, identity, and political ambition. Jean, a longstanding conservative mayor, faces an unexpected revelation when his wife Edith shares her life-altering secret: she identifies as a man. This disclosure threatens not only their relationship but also jeopardizes Jean's forthcoming reelection bid, as he runs on family values.Edith, a devoted housewife and mother, proposes a delicate compromise to maintain her husband's campaign momentum: she will delay her transition until after the elections. As the political race intensifies, however, hidden truths are unearthed, and Edith's secret threatens to become public through dirty tactics employed by rival candidates and journalists.The film delves into themes of personal identity and self-discovery amid societal expectations and political pressures. It portrays the evolving dynamics between Jean and Edith as they navigate their new reality while grappling with their own beliefs and fears, ultimately highlighting the power and fragility of human connection in times of crisis.