And Yet We Were All Blind
2023 | 91 min | Drama
A lawyer faces infanticide charges for a child she didn't know she was carrying, igniting a trial that questions motherhood's essence.
Fanny Cottençon
ActorFanny Cottençon is a French actress renowned for her versatile acting skills. She began her career in the late 1970s and quickly made a name for herself in French cinema and television. Some notable films in which she has appeared include "Une étrange affaire" (1981) where she starred alongside Gérard Lanvin, and "L'Été meurtrier" (1983) with Isabelle Adjani and Alain Souchon. Her performance in "L'Été meurtrier" played a significant role in her rising popularity. Cottençon won the César Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "L'Ami de Vincent" in 1984. Over the years, she has continued to work steadily in various French productions, showcasing her range and depth as an actress.
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