Mademoiselle Chambon 2010

Jean is a dedicated builder living in the picturesque south of France, where he enjoys a happy life with his beloved wife and young son, while also caring for his elderly father. One day, when he has to pick up his son from school as his wife isn’t feeling well, he encounters Véronique, the class teacher. Véronique is a cultured yet solitary woman who often finds herself traveling to substitute for maternity leaves.

Upon hearing her need for a window repair, Jean promptly offers his help, fixing her window with his skilled hands. In a moment of intimacy, he requests that she play her violin for him, and as they share a sofa, they find themselves locking eyes, ultimately sharing a tender caress and a kiss. Regaining his senses, Jean goes home to his wife but is left haunted by thoughts of the beautiful and available Véronique.

Véronique too feels a longing for the simple and strong masculinity that Jean embodies. Captivated by her music, he invites her to perform at his father’s birthday celebration. After the event, they share an unexpected night together, deepening their connection. The following day, Véronique prepares to leave town, and a sense of urgency prompts Jean to chase after her.

He finds her waiting at the railway station platform, hoping he would come. However, Jean hesitates in a tunnel below, waiting until the train has left before finally gathering the courage to return home to his family.