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Anti-Squat

2023

Drama

1h35

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6.2/10

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3.0/5

Press

3.0/5

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JL

Jean-Louis Loubet rated ★ 8/10

Quand on laisse tomber ses idées pour survivre et exploiter ensuite. Cruel

Synopsis

Paris, today. 38 y.o. Inès, mother of teenage Adam whom she is raising alone, is threatened with eviction. She absolutely must get a stable job to find them a place to live. She is taken on 2 months trial at “Anti-Squat,” a start-up company offering temporary housing in empty suburban office buildings. But the rules are very strict and the tenants have no rights. As a manager, Inès must live and sleep in the building to monitor the residents. But children are forbidden... She has two months to go, two months to complete her trial period, two months to start a new life at the risk of losing her most cherished values.

Community Reviews

Viewers find 'Anti-Squat' a socially poignant film that effectively highlights the exploitation of precarious workers through a compelling narrative and strong performances, particularly by Louise Bourgoin and Samy Belkessa. The film's chilling portrayal of a dystopian-like reality resonates with many, though some find the plot pacing slow and struggle to emotionally connect with the characters. Overall, it's seen as a stark, realistic critique of societal issues.

👍 Strong performances enhance the film's impact.

👎 Some viewers found the pacing slow and emotionally distant.

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