CustodyCustody
(2018)
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Custody

A mother seeks sole custody of her son to protect him from his violent father, but the judge rules in favor of joint custody, leading to an escalating conflict.

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A French film highly praised by international critics, especially for being a sort of dramatic thriller that starts from a very common point in today's society: the separation and guardianship of children. It is an excellent start behind the cameras for Xavier Legrand, who, before 'Custody', had only acted as director in a short film.

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Miriam and Antoine Besson have divorced, and Miriam is seeking sole custody of their son Julien to protect him from a father she claims is violent. Antoine pleads his case as a scorned dad whose children have been turned against him by their vindictive mother. Unsure who is telling the truth, the appointed judge rules in favor of joint custody. A hostage to the escalating conflict between his parents, Julien is pushed to the edge to prevent the worst from happening.

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