Le Brio

Le Brio is a powerful and thought-provoking drama that follows the unlikely partnership between a brilliant but controversial professor and a determined law student from a working-class background. When Neïla Salah enrolls in a prestigious Parisian university, she hopes to escape her difficult past and fulfill her dreams of becoming a lawyer. However, her first day takes an unexpected turn when she is publicly humiliated by Professor Pierre Mazard, known for his provocative behavior and blunders. To make amends, Mazard agrees to mentor Neïla for an upcoming debating competition, and the two must navigate their differences and prejudices in order to succeed. With standout performances from Daniel Auteuil and Camélia Jordana, Le Brio is a gripping and timely exploration of race, class, and the complexities of the human condition.

You can stream Le Brio on: Apple TV

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