Just Before Losing Everything

In this poignant coming-of-age drama, we follow the parallel lives of two teenagers navigating the harsh realities of their circumstances. Ten-year-old Julien camouflages his escape from school with a backpack full of clothes to blend in, seeking solace beneath a bridge. Meanwhile, across town, 15-year-old Joséphine undertakes a similar ritual, waiting for her bus while hidden away. The film explores their daily struggles and resilience amidst the bleakness of their situations, shedding light on the harsh truths that lie beneath society's surface. Through subtle, emotional storytelling, audiences are drawn into these two characters' lives as they unravel their individual journeys, revealing both the pain and hope woven through their everyday experiences.