The Measure of a Man

The Measure of a Man

NR 2015 · 93 min · ★ 6.6 · Drama

At the age of 51 and after 20 months on unemployment, Thierry starts a new job that soon brings him face to face with a moral dilemma. How much is he willing to accept to keep his job?

Directed by Stéphane Brizé · Written by Stéphane Brizé

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