Christophe Maquet will receive the Legion of Honor. But he learns that his father, seriously ill and extremely diminished, with whom he has been angry for years, has decided to organize "his departure" on the very day of his ceremony. Shocked by the news but suspecting his father of knowingly stealing his day of glory, Christophe decides to spend 3 days with him to attempt a final reconciliation.
Acting
Dubosc and Marchand's bitter chemistry carries every scene.
Writing
Dialogue that finds humor in excruciating family dynamics.
Director
Ludovic Colbeau-Justin
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The 'partie' in the title means both 'party' and 'departure' in French—a dark pun on Francis organizing his own death celebration.
Franck Dubosc, primarily known for French comedy, deliberately sought this dramatic role to break type; Guy Marchand was 83 during filming and this was among his final performances.
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