It’s a case that shook France.
In 2003, actress Marie Trintignant died after being violently assaulted by her partner Bertrand Cantat, the charismatic frontman of French rock band Noir Désir. Her death exposed the pervasive issue of violence against women and ignited a national reckoning around media coverage, justice, and the culture of silence.
Twenty years later, this three-part documentary (3 x 40 minutes) revisits the case with exclusive testimonies, 60 archival sources, and a thorough investigation. A powerful exploration of a story that continues to echo in today’s society.
Our documentary series aims to lift the discreet veil covering a Corsica tainted by violence, dirty money, and the law of silence.
Even today, speaking openly about the Brise in a bar in Bastia or a restaurant in Corte is a risky endeavor…
How did this grip take hold? How did the Brise de Mer exploit the levers of Corsican “exceptionalism” (the infamous “insularity”), weaving together ancestral omertà and a dense social network?
How did the gangsters outmaneuver public authorities?
How did the French State—often blind, sometimes complicit—allow them to thrive?
Through exclusive testimonies, from the first police commissioner to cross paths with the clan to the last informant who lived alongside the sons of the Brise de Mer, Vendetta tells this incredible saga.
A never-before-told story, full of rage and tears, money and ambition, betrayal and revenge—shedding light on the nature of the violence that has taken Corsica, the Isle of Beauty, hostage.
Because even if the Brise’s golden age is over, its legacy is more alive than ever.
The vendetta keeps it going—and, above all, its imprint is everywhere: in people’s minds, in this toxic blend of radical violence and elite corruption that continues to plague Corsica, which has, over the years, become the most deadly region in Europe.
This video gives a voice to four cancer patients: Amélie and Caroline, both affected by breast cancer, Stéphane, diagnosed with stomach cancer, and Jérémy, with testicular cancer. With transparency and sincerity, they share their treatment journeys and testify to the importance of non-medical practices that have significantly helped them in their fight against the disease. Yoga, sophrology, scuba diving, nutrition, and painting—these activities have proven to be true healing therapies.
The war in Ukraine has been dragging on for three years. In this conflict, there is a silent and almost invisible victim: childhood. Traumatized, amputated, deported, it is rarely mentioned. And yet, it represents the future of the country. Ukraine has 7.5 million minors. More than 4 million have been displaced since the Russian invasion. One in five children shows signs of post-traumatic stress. This war has torn apart their families and upended their lives. While Ukraine’s priority is to save lives and push back the enemy, does the country have the means to heal these traumatized children?
In the heart of Europe, a war both cutting-edge and barbaric is raging. The war in Ukraine brings images of hypersonic missiles and waterlogged trenches. Headlines announce billions of euros in secretly delivered weapons, alongside the grim discovery of mass graves. And yet, in this war that has dragged on for three years, one silent, almost invisible victim remains… childhood. Traumatised, maimed, torn from home—it’s barely mentioned. But these children are the future of this country. The future of my country.
My name is Tetiana Pryimachuk, and I was born in Ukraine. I left Kyiv for France in 2005, but my entire family stayed behind. My father is a surgeon, my mother a pediatrician, and my younger brother is also a surgeon, working in a frontline field hospital.
Ukraine is home to 7.5 million children. Since the Russian invasion, more than 4 million have been displaced. One in five shows signs of post-traumatic stress. This war has torn their families apart. Upended their lives. Left scars—on their bodies, on their souls—that may never heal. These children need care. But how does a country at war, fighting for its very survival, take care of its children when the priority is saving lives and pushing back the enemy?
I set out to meet these traumatised children and the people helping them rebuild. I want to tell their stories—through my eyes, not just as a journalist, but as a Ukrainian and a mother.
It’s already being called the “trial of the century,” a moment that marks a clear before and after. The so-called Mazan rape trial brought worldwide attention to Gisèle Pelicot, a wife drugged for ten years by her husband and handed over unconscious to dozens of rapists. Over four months of extraordinary court proceedings, the case also introduced the general public to the concept of chemical submission.
Led by Caroline Darian, the victim’s daughter and the daughter of her tormentor, Chemical Submission: Shifting the Shame uses the Pelicot trial as a central thread while also delving into the stories of other victims. Each case sheds light on what has, until now, been the blind spot of sexual violence.
Zoé, 33, has no memory of the night she was drugged and raped during a Music Festival celebration.
Céline, 46, knows her aggressor—her boss at the time—but also suffers from amnesia due to the sleeping pills she was given.
Léa, 22, drank the drink offered to her by two young soldiers at a nightclub. Despite one of them confessing, she is still waiting for justice.
Rénald, 48, managed to rebuild his life and overcome the shame he felt at not being able to escape his rapist.
Katia, 53, like all other victims of chemical submission, closely followed the trial of Dominique Pelicot. She still harbors anger toward the justice system: against all expectations, the young banker accused in her case was acquitted.
For Lilwenn, 16, justice was served thanks to timely hair sample tests, which provided the crucial evidence of chemical submission.
Demanding justice, empowering victims to stand tall, and ultimately shifting the shame away from them—that is the driving goal of Chemical Submission: Shifting the Shame.
Alex and Charlie are transgender men. They are 16 and 26 years old. One is a fencer, the other a swimmer. Like all young people their age, they want to continue practicing their sport. But how? Faced with the silence of their federations, Alex and Charlie try to carve out a place for themselves at any cost.
While transgender women athletes spark heated debates and controversies, transgender men are completely absent from regulations. By intertwining two portraits, this documentary explores their place in sports and competitions.
Dive into the life of one of the most influential and popular artists on the French music scene!
Over two years, the artist allowed cameras into her daily life, offering much more than a simple profile: an intimate journey exploring identity, the balance between success and personal life, and the challenges women face in the industry.
In this documentary, where she opens up, Vitaa reflects on the key moments that have shaped her journey:
Beyond the stage, this documentary reveals precious glimpses of Vitaa’s personal life:
A sincere, captivating, and deeply human portrait that finally unveils the essence of the woman behind the icon.
To promote the 7th edition of the Paris Peace Forum and raise awareness of the major topics addressed during the event, we produced a series of podcasts on current issues such as North-South relations, climate, nutrition, and AI, giving voice to international experts.
En Irak, faute d’eau, les marais de Mésopotamie sont à l’agonie. Face à cette catastrophe annoncée, un homme se bat pour préserver un écosystème qui fut l’un des plus riches au monde et la population autochtone qui en dépend.
Il s’appelle Jassim Al Asadi. L’an dernier, il a été enlevé, séquestré et torturé durant plusieurs jours. Dans ce pays, les menaces contre les militants écologistes sont monnaie courante. Mais alors que la plupart ont fui à l’étranger, Jassim a décidé de continuer son combat, coûte que coûte. Avec lui, une génération de jeunes militants s’éveille et ne se résout pas à la fatalité. Ensemble, face aux enjeux économiques et géopolitiques, ils luttent pour la sauvegarde d’un patrimoine et d’un idéal. C’est l’espoir d’un autre Irak qu’ils dessinent.
Anatomy of a Painting is a captivating documentary series that delves into the heart of masterpieces of painting to uncover the little-known stories of the characters depicted in them. Through meticulous investigation, each episode explores an intriguing, often forgotten figure whose fate sheds light on a historical era and its challenges.
Using digital tools and an innovative investigative approach applied to art history, this series offers a unique perspective on overlooked figures and the historical realities they embody.