With unemployment very much a concern here in France and many countries in Europe, L'Emploi du temps explores very nicely the way a jobless man maintains his dignity by pretending to still be employed.
To keep up the appearance and keep his pride, he continues with his charade. It is really a touching human story about what a man will go through to keep his dignity in one piece. He travels long hours on the road because it is the only place for him to be at peace.
The actor who plays Vincent is ideal because he does not overplay the part. He is very relateable as the "average joe" full of flaws but also sympathetic. The story is also a commentary on our society and our ideas of what is respectable or not. One does not need to wear a business suit or carry an attache briefcase to be respected.
The director has also done Vers le sud with the great Charlotte Rampling, which I also recommend !
To keep up the appearance and keep his pride, he continues with his charade. It is really a touching human story about what a man will go through to keep his dignity in one piece. He travels long hours on the road because it is the only place for him to be at peace.
The actor who plays Vincent is ideal because he does not overplay the part. He is very relateable as the "average joe" full of flaws but also sympathetic. The story is also a commentary on our society and our ideas of what is respectable or not. One does not need to wear a business suit or carry an attache briefcase to be respected.
The director has also done Vers le sud with the great Charlotte Rampling, which I also recommend !