A Man of His Time

Description

Henri Marre arrives in Vichy in September 1940, determined to secure a position in the emerging authoritarian regime. He is broke, estranged from his family, and carries copies of his self-published manifesto, Notre Salut (Our Salvation). With a focus on efficiency, Henri's writing outlines his patriotic convictions and his desire to contribute to France's recovery after its defeat. As he seeks to prove his usefulness, he becomes increasingly skilled at serving the new order, revealing a complex relationship with his own ambitions and failures. The film presents Henri's pursuit of significance amid a shifting political landscape. His actions raise questions about loyalty and survival as he maneuvers through the regime's bureaucracy. The cast includes Yoann Blanc, Laurent Poitrenaux, Harpo Guit, and Alexandre Steiger.