A son lies about being a boxer for three years. His dad's about to see the 'fight.' Catastrophe incoming.
Every week, Virgil makes his father Ernest dream by telling him about his boxing exploits during a visit. Every week, Virgil comes to dream by meeting the eyes of Margot, a young woman who is also visiting. This week, Ernest tells her that he is going to get out and that he will finally be able to see Virgil in the ring. There's just one problem: Virgil hasn't boxed in three years.
Acting
Jalil Lespert's escalating panic is physically painful to watch.
Writing
The spiral of lies builds with cruel, hilarious inevitability.
Director
Mabrouk El Mechri
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