Michel Blanc's Final Role Shines in 'La cache,' Premiering March 19

Lionel Baier's adaptation of Christophe Boltanski's book explores family trauma, historical memory, and societal change during May 1968 in France.

The film 'La cache,' directed by Lionel Baier, is an adaptation of Christophe Boltanski's book, intertwining Holocaust-era family history with the societal upheaval of May 1968.
Michel Blanc delivers his final performance as Étienne Boltanski, a neurotic doctor grappling with a hidden past, before his passing in October 2024.
The narrative situates the story during May 1968, a period of protests and societal unrest, to explore themes of collaboration, trauma, and memory.
Lionel Baier's creative adaptation incorporates fictional elements, such as a scenario involving Charles de Gaulle, to deepen the film's exploration of moral complexity.
The film features a poignant final scene that pays homage to Blanc's career, blending historical reflection with artistic innovation.