Shepherds

In this poignant drama, Mathyas, a Montreal advertising executive, yearns for the serenity of rural life and trades his corporate career for the role of a Provence shepherd. However, the pursuit of pastoral peace is far from effortless as he encounters various challenges along the way. His initial apprenticeship at a farmhouse tests both his physical resilience and mental fortitude amidst chaos and decay. Just when Mathyas begins to question his newfound path, Élise, a civil servant seeking meaning in her life, enters his world. Their shared quest for purpose leads them on an arduous transhumance through the mountainous terrain, where they confront numerous obstacles while simultaneously tending to their herd. Together, they form a bond as they build a new life amidst the rugged landscape, discovering that true fulfillment can be found in unexpected places and partnerships.