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The Equation
The Equation
5.6
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342 Ratings

THE EQUATION

L'équation

Directed by Mathieu Hippeau
France, 2012
Short, Drama

Synopsis

Serge, a young math teacher at an inner city high school, tries to get his students to solve an equation but is disturbed by a phone call. Smart aleck Karima is no whiz at math but comes up with a solution.

Synopsis

Serge, a young math teacher at an inner city high school, tries to get his students to solve an equation but is disturbed by a phone call. Smart aleck Karima is no whiz at math but comes up with a solution.

Our take

In this rousing short which draws on director Mathieu Hippeau’s own teaching experience, an ordinary math lesson erupts into emotional chaos. While the diverse young cast all command the rapid-fire dialogue with authentic ease, Sofia Lassoued uniquely impresses with her fiery yet thoughtful acting.