Human Resources 2000

As Franck (actor name) returns to Gaillon, Normandy, the once-lauded “good son” finds himself navigating the treacherous terrain of corporate politics within the factory where his anxious and taciturn father has spent three decades working on the shop floor. Initially, Franck’s decision to pursue a trainee managerial internship in the Human Resources department is met with widespread approval from friends and family, who proudly proclaim him a pioneer in breaking through the glass ceiling to join the ranks of the “white-collar” elite. However, as he becomes embroiled in the complex web of office politics, Franck discovers that beneath the surface of smiles and backslaps lies a cauldron of hidden envy and simmering rivalries.

Amidst this sea of intrigue, Franck forms an unlikely friendship with Alain (actor name), a young worker who has been mentored by his father - a relationship that serves as a poignant counterpoint to the cagier, trust-less guidance he receives from his own supervisor, Chambon. As Franck delves deeper into the inner workings of the factory, he uncovers a disturbing truth: his boss intends to use his findings on the proposed 35-hour workweek to justify a devastating round of layoffs - and Franck’s father is among those facing the ax.

This revelation sets off a chain reaction of confrontations: between the trainee and management, between the workers and owners, and ultimately, between son and father. The emotional stakes are heightened as Franck accuses his father of burdening him with a legacy of shame, born from his own blue-collar heritage. As tensions reach a boiling point, the very fabric of their relationships - built on generations of love, loyalty, and labor - is put to the test in this gripping tale of identity, class, and the search for truth.