Éclats de famille

The story centers on Marguerite Mercier, a retired seamstress living in an old apartment. When a real estate agent comes searching for her deceased companion, Marguerite concocts a plan to find a fake husband. She persuades Leon, a local cabinetmaker, to play the role of her late partner, Alphonse Caron.

As they navigate this unusual arrangement, they encounter a boy named Sebastien and his sister Stéphanie, leading them to the hospital where they meet the children's mother, Véronique. The film blends elements of family life, humor, and unexpected connections, creating a unique narrative that reflects on relationships and the passage of time.