Slalom

Slalom

★ 6.7IMDb Score
Released:2020-10-17
Genre:Drama
Duration:92 min
Director:Charlène Favier
Actors:Noée Abita, Jérémie Renier, Marie Denarnaud, Muriel Combeau, Maïra Schmitt
Production:jour2fête, Mille et une productions, Charlie Bus Production, Panache Productions, La Compagnie Cinématographique

Overview:

15 year-old Lyz, a high school student in the French Alps, has been accepted to a highly selective ski club whose aim is to train future professional athletes. Taking a chance on his new recruit, Fred, ex-champion turned coach, decides to make Lyz his shining star regardless of her lack of experience. Under his influence, Lyz will have to endure more than the physical and emotional pressure of the training. Will Lyz’s determination help her escape his grip?

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