The Red Collar is a French drama film directed by Jean Becker. The movie is set in 1919, just after World War I, in a small town in Tunisia. It tells the story of a war hero named François (François Cluzet), who is held captive in a deserted barracks, guarded by a mangy dog. The locals are suspicious of him and see him as an outsider and therefore, a threat.
Meanwhile, a young woman named Belle (Mélanie Thierry) works in the countryside, waiting for her husband who had gone to the war and has not returned. She is exceptionally intelligent, but despite her skills, she struggles to make ends meet.
The plot thickens when a judge (Nicolas Duvauchelle) arrives in town to investigate the case of François. The judge is a war veteran and a man of principles, but the horrors of the war have shaken him to his core. As he delves into the case, he starts to uncover the truths behind the accusations against François.
The Red Collar is a poignant tale of injustice, redemption and the aftermath of war. The film is a beautifully shot period piece that captures the essence of life just after the war. The performances of the lead actors are excellent, conveying the emotions of their characters with depth and sensitivity. Overall, The Red Collar is a must-watch for anyone interested in war, justice, and the human condition.
