Ciné Club Series: 'La Loi du Marché' by Stéphane Brizé

Join us for the second screening in our 2025 Ciné Club series, presented by Mariel Iezzoni, an independent filmmaker based in Cambridge. With a deep appreciation for French cinema rooted in her studies in Paris, Mariel brings a unique perspective to this evening’s film.

Discover The Measure of a Man (La Loi du Marché), a masterful social drama that  reflects the challenges of the modern workplace. Directed by Stéphane Brizé, this nuanced film follows Thierry (portrayed by Vincent Lindon in a career-defining, Cannes-winning performance) as he navigates life after being laid off from his long-time job. Miraculously landing a role as a supermarket security guard, Thierry is tasked with monitoring not just shoplifters but also his own coworkers. His quiet struggle with the tough choices at work is a powerful story of resilience and staying true to his values in a challenging world.

Hailed as "a veritable masterclass in understated humanism" (Variety), The Measure of a Man combines Brizé’s documentary-like realism with Lindon’s "marvelously controlled performance" (The Village Voice). This award-winning film, praised for its powerfully affecting storytelling, is a must-see for anyone who appreciates thought-provoking cinema.

The evening will conclude with a wine reception, offering a chance for discussion and reflection among fellow cinephiles.

Movie in French with English subtitles.