Overview

• The film, directed by Camille Perton, explores the darker side of football, focusing on shattered dreams and systemic obstacles faced by young players.
• Sofian Khammes stars as a compassionate agent negotiating his cousin’s professional contract in Lyon, only to face disruptions from a persuasive intermediary played by Édgar Ramírez.
• By omitting football matches and training scenes, the film highlights the power dynamics and ethical ambiguities in sports management.
• A central theme is the class-based barriers in football, likened to playing Monopoly with uneven starting resources, illustrating the systemic challenges for disadvantaged players.
• Critics have praised the film’s realistic portrayal and nuanced performances ahead of its nationwide release in France on May 7, 2025.