An Ordinary Case

An Ordinary Case (Le Fil) is a drama directed, co-written, and co-starring French actor Daniel Auteuil, inspired by a controversial real-life case. Auteuil plays a lawyer who decides to defend a man who seems innocent (Grégory Gadebois), accused of murdering his own wife. However, as the case progresses and he becomes emotionally involved, it turns into a profound personal test. While the script can be a bit manipulative in preparing its surprising final twists, it’s a captivating film due to the case itself and the two central performances. It’s definitely worth watching if you enjoy legal dramas.