Olivier, a meticulous and even-handed carpentry teacher, is asked to mentor a new 16-year-old student, Francis, but declines the request and instead begins to secretly observe the boy. This behavior is revealed to be connected to a painful past event involving Olivier and Francis, which is later revealed through a conversation with his ex-wife Magali. As Olivier's true intentions are uncovered, it becomes unclear whether he is still in control of his actions, or if his past trauma is driving him to make unpredictable decisions.
The Son
A solitary woodworking instructor at a rehabilitation facility forms an unexpected bond with a troubled youth, initially keeping his distance before slowly opening up to the teenager.
