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Feature film — 2023

A Real Job (2023)

6.31h 40mComedy — Drama

Benjamin is a PhD student without scholarship support. Under the pressure of his parents, and in need of money, he becomes a substitute teacher in a middle school. Without training nor experience, and facing a declining public educational system, he discovers how tough this job can be. Hopefully, his supportive and committed colleagues will lead him to take a fresh look at the profession.

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A high-signal pick with 287 votes.

31 Juin Films / Les Films du Parc / France 2 Cinéma / Les Films De Benjamin / Le Pacte

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Director: Thomas Lilti

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Cast & crew

Vincent Lacoste as Benjamin

Vincent Lacoste

Benjamin

François Cluzet as Pierre

François Cluzet

Pierre

Louise Bourgoin as Sandrine

Louise Bourgoin

Sandrine

Adèle Exarchopoulos as Meriem

Adèle Exarchopoulos

Meriem

William Lebghil as Fouad

William Lebghil

Fouad

Lucie Zhang as Sophie

Lucie Zhang

Sophie

Bouli Lanners as Benjamin's Father

Bouli Lanners

Benjamin's Father

Léo Chalié as Alix

Léo Chalié

Alix

Théo Navarro-Mussy as Sofiane

Théo Navarro-Mussy

Sofiane

Hubert Myon as The Deputy Principal

Hubert Myon

The Deputy Principal

Jéremy Gillet as Simon, Pierre's Son

Jéremy Gillet

Simon, Pierre's Son

Mustapha Abourachid as The Principal

Mustapha Abourachid

The Principal