Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention
Synopsis
Pauline, Norah, Kristina and others wait for hours, sitting under a hut deep in the Bois de Vincennes. In front of the administrative detention center (CRA) in Paris, they have all come to see their loved ones locked up. Lives on hold, awaiting deportation or release. On this stage, these women tell their stories, talk to each other, share their experience, their revolt and their dreams with new visitors. They are the mirror of migrant detention, its reverse view.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Christine Cinéma Club à Paris 6ème
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Annick Redolfi
- Screenplay & Story
- Annick Redolfi
- Original Title
- Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- ISKRA, Proarti, Banksy Modeste Collection, Brouillon d'Un Rêve de la SCAM, CNC, Fonds Images de la Diversité, La Région Île-de-France, ANCT - Agence Nationale de la Cohésion des Territoires, PROCIREP, Angoa-Agicoa, La Culture avec la Copie Privée
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Annick Redolfi
Annick Redolfi
Muriel Cravatte
Saskia Berthod
Matthieu de Laborde
Department Leadership Roster
Annick Redolfi
Director
Saskia Berthod
Editor
Matthieu de Laborde
Producer
Muriel Cravatte
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention about?
Pauline, Norah, Kristina and others wait for hours, sitting under a hut deep in the Bois de Vincennes. In front of the administrative detention center (CRA) in Paris, they have all come to see their loved ones locked up. Lives on hold, awaiting deportation or release. On this stage, these women tell their stories, talk to each other, share their experience, their revolt and their dreams with new visitors. They are the mirror of migrant detention, its reverse view.
Who directed Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention?
Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention was directed by Annick Redolfi.
Who stars in Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention?
The principal cast of Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention includes Not specified.
When was Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention released and how long is it?
Devant – Contrechamp de la rétention was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.