His Brother (film)

Synopsis

Brothers Thomas (Bruno Todeschini) and Luc (Eric Caravaca) have an estranged relationship. One day, Thomas comes to Luc's apartment explaining that he is ill and asks if Luc will accompany him to the hospital. Thomas has an undetermined platelet disorder which is treated with cortisone and splenectomy—neither help. Luc, who happens to be gay, and is in a relationship with Vincent (Sylvain Jacques), is viewed by their father as the stronger of the two and wishes it was Luc that were ill, as he could beat the illness.

Thomas's girlfriend, Claire (Nathalie Boutefeu), leaves Thomas when she realizes he only wants his brother Luc around. Luc's relationship with Vincent is also strained as Luc takes Thomas to the family home in Brittany. The film jumps forward in time to allow about 18 months to be covered during the course of the film. By the end of the film, the brothers reconcile their relationship.

Cast

Bruno Todeschini as Thomas

Eric Caravaca as Luc

Nathalie Boutefeu as Claire

Sylvain Jacques as Vincent

Maurice Garrel as the old man

Catherine Ferran as Head Doctor

Antoinette Moya as the mother

Fred Ulysse as the father

Robinson Stévenin as Manuel

Awards and nominations

Berlin Film Festival (Germany)

Won: Silver Bear - Best Director (Patrice Chéreau)

Nominated: Golden Bear (Patrice Chéreau)

César Awards (France)

Nominated: Best Actor – Leading Role (Bruno Todeschini)

European Film Awards

Nominated: Best Actor – Leading Role (Bruno Todeschini)

Lumiere Awards (France)

Won: Best Actor – Leading Role (Bruno Todeschini)