Blanche and Marie is a 2000 French drama film directed by Jean-Louis Lorenzi. The movie is set during the Nazi occupation of France in 1941 and follows the story of two women, Blanche and Marie, who become involved in the resistance movement.
Blanche is a mother of three and a homemaker who becomes increasingly worried about her husband's involvement with the resistance. Despite her fears, she decides to join the movement herself and becomes a liaison between different resistance cells.
Marie is the daughter of Germinal, a local hairdresser who is also a member of the resistance. Marie is young and headstrong, and she becomes deeply involved in the movement despite her father's attempts to protect her.
As Blanche and Marie become more heavily involved in the resistance, they face increasing danger and risk their own lives to fight against the Nazi regime. The film explores the role of women in the resistance movement and the courage and sacrifice required to resist oppression and fight for a better world.
Blanche and Marie features powerful performances from actresses Miou-Miou and Julie-Marie Parmentier, who bring depth and nuance to their portrayals of two women driven to act in the face of extreme adversity. The film is a moving testament to the bravery and resilience of ordinary people in extraordinary times.
