At War is a French drama film directed by Stéphane Brizé. The movie is set in a struggling factory in the suburbs of Lyon, France. The factory produces wind turbines, and the workers have been struggling to keep their jobs due to the factory's poor economic performance.
The film opens with the factory management announcing that they plan to close the plant and lay off all 1100 workers. The management argues that the factory is unprofitable and that there is no choice but to shut it down. However, the workers refuse to accept this decision and go on strike.
Laurent Amédéo (played by Vincent Lindon) takes the lead in the fight against the factory's closure. He is a union representative who is determined to protect the jobs of the workers. Laurent and the other workers organize a series of protests and strikes to draw attention to their cause.
The film portrays the conflict between the workers and the factory management. The management refuses to engage with the workers and accuses them of being unreasonable. The workers, in turn, argue that they have dedicated their lives to the factory and that the management is abandoning them. The situation becomes increasingly tense as the protest continues, and both sides become more entrenched in their positions.
The film ends with a climactic confrontation between the workers and the management. The workers refuse to back down, and the management finally agrees to negotiate with them. The film concludes with the workers achieving a partial victory, as the factory management agrees to compensate them for lost wages.
At War is a powerful film that explores the themes of workers' rights, economic justice, and the struggle for dignity in the face of corporate greed. The film is tightly paced and features excellent performances from its cast, led by Vincent Lindon. The movie sends a message of hope and solidarity in the face of adversity, making it a must-watch for all those interested in social justice issues.
