Cédric Appietto

Stephane moves to Paris to flee his past. The death of a former comrade brings back memories of his transformation from a middle class youth with conventional aspirations to a radicalized activist with dangerous ties. Stephane returns to Corsica for his friend's funeral, knowing that this trip could cost him his life. (imdb)

Summer in Corsica. In a Corsican village nestled in the mountains everyone experiences summer in his or her own way: children play, teenagers flirt, and the elders comment on the passage of time at their local bar. In the August heat, it doesn't take long for tensions to rise as one family struggles to keep grudges from bubbling to the surface. Sometimes a spark is all that is needed to set the maquis alight. —BeforFilms

Melissa, 32, an experienced prison guard, moves to Corsica with her two young children and her husband. The opportunity for a fresh start. She joins the staff of a prison that's not quite like any other. Here, it is said that it is the prisoners who watch over the guards. Melissa's integration is facilitated by Saveriu, an influential young inmate who places her under his protection. But once released, Saveriu gets back in touch with Melissa. He has a favor to ask of her...