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A Real Job

6.3

2023•1h 40m

Benjamin is a PhD student without scholarship support. Under the pressure of his parents, and in need of money, he becomes a substitute teacher in a middle school. Without training nor experience, and facing a declining public educational system, he discovers how tough this job can be. Hopefully, his supportive and committed colleagues will lead him to take a fresh look at the profession.

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Thumbnail for video: A REAL JOB Trailer | From director Thomas Lilti (HIPPOCRATES, THE FRESHMEN)

A REAL JOB Trailer | From director Thomas Lilti (HIPPOCRATES, THE FRESHMEN)

Thumbnail for video: A Real Job / Un métier sérieux (2023) - Trailer (French)

A Real Job / Un métier sérieux (2023) - Trailer (French)

Cast

Photo of Vincent Lacoste

Vincent Lacoste

Benjamin

Photo of François Cluzet

François Cluzet

Pierre

Photo of Louise Bourgoin

Louise Bourgoin

Sandrine

Photo of Adèle Exarchopoulos

Adèle Exarchopoulos

Meriem

Photo of William Lebghil

William Lebghil

Fouad

Photo of Lucie Zhang

Lucie Zhang

Sophie

Photo of Bouli Lanners

Bouli Lanners

Benjamin's Father

Photo of Léo Chalié

Léo Chalié

Alix

Photo of Théo Navarro-Mussy

Théo Navarro-Mussy

Sofiane

Photo of Hubert Myon

Hubert Myon

The Deputy Principal

Photo of Jéremy Gillet

Jéremy Gillet

Simon, Pierre's Son

Photo of Mustapha Abourachid

Mustapha Abourachid

The Principal

Photo of Michael Perez

Michael Perez

Jeremie

Photo of Justine Bachelet

Justine Bachelet

Anna

Photo of Valérie Crouzet

Valérie Crouzet

Sophie, Pierre's Wife

Photo of Foëd Amara

Foëd Amara

Meriem's Ex

Photo of Laurence Huby

Laurence Huby

The Inspector

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