Craque la vie!

About This Movie

Craque la vie! is this gritty, raw look at the chaos of family life through Hélène’s eyes. The pacing feels like a heartbeat, sometimes frantic, sometimes slow, reflecting her overwhelming responsibilities. Jean Beaudin captures that sense of urgency and despair so well, almost like you're right there in the makeshift camp of her life. The performances are really striking; you can see the weariness in Hélène as she juggles her kids, husband, and job. There’s a real authenticity in the struggles with creditors that feels all too real. It's not flashy, but the way it portrays the fight to keep things together in a whirlwind is really distinctive. It’s a slice of life that resonates on a personal level.

Great character study. · Authentic performances. · Explores themes of survival.