Today, we need to call on the people.
This is why we have a democracy...
that does not allow the government...
to control everything.
Therefore, I want to propose a referendum...
on a radical change in our representative institutions.
I want to move power to our regions, to you,
to you, the French people,
so that your voice is the most important...
in France.
Proportional representation will be a feature
of this reform:
everyone should have a voice in a republic,
even the critics,
even those whose views favour the past,
because they represent many of you.
To deny this would be a violation of the Republican spirit.
He really is good.
He does the job well.
SPIN
Following Mr Palissy's resignation
and Mrs Sacco's appointment,
the President has announced a referendum.
He really nobbled you.
I told you to go to Morocco.
You're at risk here.
No need to worry. There's no proof.
I have stuff to do.
Pull over.
You don't get it.
I'm no longer protected. I can't help you.
The judge's been told
she can continue the case.
Her evidence could
get you 5 years in jail.
We should have
got rid of her or bought her.
How stupid are you? She'd never have agreed.
Go. Don't get a plane in France.
And you?
I have files on Marjorie that'll help me.
For the moment.
Go, Martin.
- But Dad... - Just go!
Go or you'll end up in jail. I don't want to see that!
First reactions are good, eh?
I feel like I've scored some points.
Lots of interview requests.
- Tweets too. - We're regaining control.
- Mr Voisin? - Yes. That's me.
Apolline Vremler. Mediamag journalist.
What is it?
I met your daughter in Syria.
- Please come in. - Thanks.
No problem. This way.
I'm against proportional representation.
You want us
to vote "No"?
- I want to block the Far-Right. - Ie. vote "No"?
- Mr Beaugendre. - Yes.
Won't that divide the Left?
It already is divided,
through unnatural alliances, ideological denials.
We must rebuild a movement
embodying the Left's values and Republican ethics.
- What if "Yes" wins? - Sir.
I'll mourn Republicanism.
And if "No" wins?
The President will have failed.
I'd propose a new social contract to the people.
One more question...
We don't know why she went.
We're not religious.
She got sucked in by a boy. We know that.
- Your only child? - Yes.
She was doing her exams. She had it all:
a nice group of friends...
She used to go out.
Then she began to go out less,
socialise less.
We thought nothing of it.
What if she came back?
This is her home.
Why? Did she say something?
Only that she hated us.
I'd like photos of her and to meet her friends.
There are hundreds like Jennifer.
We must alert parents to the risks of indoctrination.
This is the most recent album.
Go ahead.
Paris - Suburbs
Young French jihadists
By Apolline Vremler
Fuck...
Fuck! Bitch! Dirty whore! Bloody kafir!
Paris Gare du Nord - Brussels
Hello. Who is it?
Margot, bitch!
Why'd you give that journalist my photos?
Jenni, is it you?
- Are you back? - By Allah, you'll pay for this!
Jenni, stop it. I didn't do anything.
Shut your fucking mouth! Jennifer no longer exists!
Jennifer's dead. And you're dead too!
We've intercepted
a call from Aïcha. - Jenni!
Bitch!
Yes, OK.
Excuse me, miss.
Police. Can you come...
with us, please?
Of course.
Yes, I'm sure...
But I told you, we can't...
OK.
Good. Thank you.
Thank you so much.
It's good. It's good.
They released her?
She'll be in Paris tomorrow.
There won't be a trial.
We screwed that bloody Emir!
Thank you.
Yes
J- 9! The home stretch.
Communication - Campaign Means
How are the polls?
Well down.
Look.
- What do you reckon? - Not bad.
But you'll know better than me.
The referendum will be close.
In desperation lies great beauty.
- The President can win. - I hope so.
It's a good bill.
The Palissys are deeply involved
with the Lebanese firm responsible for
the school collapse.
Parodi's not involved,
apart from being manipulated by the 2 men.
I won't publish that.
You look tired. Are you OK?
Are you still seeing your shrink?
He won't make a fortune with me.
- Yes. - Is that Vremler?
Jennifer...
It's Aïcha, bitch! You stole my photos
and put them in your kafir paper!
Your parents gave me the photos, Jennifer.
They're only of you.
Jennifer no longer exists.
You all disgust me!
You could tell your story. I'll publish it.
I won't cut a thing. - No chance!
Only God judges me, no one else!
Don't you want us to understand?
It's important.
Yeah, yeah...
Was that Aïcha?
Don't do it. She's a psychopath.
Stop it. I'm careful.
I don't want to die.
We need you.
What is it?
Élisabeth'll be there, right?
She'll do her bit.
She's very happy.
Marianne's release is her victory.
At what cost?
The polls aren't great.
They're rising gradually.
It's too close.
Beaugendre's doing the most damage.
He'll soon be forgotten:
if he fails, he won't recover.
That's what I'm hoping.
Marianne, please!
Ms Joly!
Welcome. Welcome home.
Come this way.
Is my wife coming?
Hello.
Come this way. Hello there.
Dear Marianne,
with such a patriotic name,
we're glad you are back among us.
But I cannot take all the credit.
I'd like to commend
the determination and unflagging optimism
of my wife,
who worked with tireless persistence
towards your return.
As is her custom, my wife...
is late today.
But it's an endearing quality.
During this matter, my wife did shake up
one or two diplomatic rules
and even the Élysée a bit, I must admit.
I know she promised to come.
But she won't.
No matter.
She has her victory.
Robert Palissy.
Leave a message.
Lali! Lali, come!
Stay!
Eh, Lali?
Robert Palissy. Leave a message.
Dad, me. That judge bitch has summoned me!
What do I do? I should've
got rid of her!
Call me back ASAP.
Shame you didn't come. It was your victory too.
I've already left, Mr Shadow Man.
Thank you so much.
I'm sick of this masquerade.
The obligations of power.
No, the poison of lies.
They go hand in hand.
Aren't you tired of it?
Yes.
"Some there be that shadows kiss;
"Such have but a shadow's bliss."
Shakespeare?
I'll miss you.
I can carry this about, can I?
Just don't get it wet or get caught.
- You're already late. - I know. Don't worry.
It's important. We go all the way. OK?
They killed my husband.
Allah be with him.
I'll honour his memory.
May Allah go with you.
Palissy is dead.
Heart attack.
- When? - This morning, hunting.
Alone with his dog.
Animals are often more loyal than people.
Neuilly Tunnel
Hello.
My ex-wife has talked to Aïcha.
She'll try to meet her.
She's a journalist.
You must know. I bet you've tapped her phone.
You do your job and let me do mine.
You're using her to find that lunatic. You have no right
to put her in danger.
Your ex-wife is a professional.
We didn't snatch her from those Salafists
to let a fanatical kid kill her under our noses.
Focus on getting the President out of the mess he's in.
- Yes. - It's Deleuvre. Can we meet?
Carrère used despicable means
to make me abandon the primaries.
I suspected something like that.
I should have too, but far sooner.
Do you think
I could've won the presidential election?
Not against our team.
Otherwise, yes. Quite likely so.
Marjorie's reform is a good bill.
I've seen the latest polls.
This referendum could be close.
I know.
What would you say
if I gave you the support that I refused you
a while ago?
It all hinges on a few votes.
You'd swing it our way.
What do you want in return?
Nothing.
Nothing at all.
It's a gift from...
a free man.
A little too free.
Can I tell the President?
Give him my regards.
What channel is the old poof on?
Channel 2.
- Good evening, Mr Deleuvre. - Evening.
Your retirement from politics
has caused shock and surprise, especially in your party.
Thanks.
An event has opened my eyes
and I've decided
to take a different path in life.
Despite your decision to withdraw...
He's doing OK.
He's also going, which makes me happy.
What do you think about President Marjorie's referendum?
- You're very kind. - It doesn't happen often.
This referendum is an important milestone
for the country.
No matter what party or clique you're in,
I think we have to vote "Yes" in this referendum.
At times, one has to rise above divisions
when the nation's future is at stake.
- Is that the case? - Absolutely.
I've already discussed the bill...
Kapita. I need to talk to the President.
It's urgent.
The country really needs this reform.
Vote "Yes".
Arsehole!
Stylish.
Post the photos with his toy boy everywhere!
Make him die of shame!
It's too late.
It'll look like a last-minute ploy.
It could even backfire on you.
Our objective is the election, not this.
I should've known. You too.
One should finish off one's enemy.
We were tentative.
Some things you just don't do.
This isn't the Care Bears, you know?
Vote Yes
No
Defend Institutions
No
The referendum result is in 20 minutes.
Thanks.
Quite a good turnout.
Higher than forecast: 56-57%.
Does that help us?
We're slightly ahead.
A higher turnout is usually a good thing.
Morlaix's murder left a mark
and the re-shuffles upset voters.
- So, we don't know. - No.
You're nervous, aren't you?
- Aren't you? - Not now.
How long before we get the results?
The PM knows that better than me.
She won't say anything. Let's get out of here.
She was seen at Roissy the day after Marianne's reception.
Nobody knows which flight she took.
Since then, nothing.
We don't know where she is. Not even Kelner does.
Think it's funny?
What exactly did you expect
after what you put her through?
Your affair, your new child,
months of lies...
Did you think she'd remain available
to smile for the cameras?
That she'd follow the pregnancy?
OK, stop lecturing me.
I'm only saying what you already know.
The further away she is,
the better it is for you.
For you and her both.
Don't you think?
Right now, we can't give you any forecasts
as it's neck and neck.
No results for 30 minutes.
We're ready and waiting.
Stay with us
for the results in the next few minutes.
It is 8pm.
We can now bring you
forecasts based on the exit polls.
These will be refined as the night goes on.
Here is the result.
Institutional referendum
The "Yes" camp wins with 50.82% of the vote.
You've won.
It was a close call: 50.8%.
Referendum "Yes" wins
Sorry.
I hate your marital advice,
but thanks for the campaign and Deleuvre's support.
Thank you!
Thank you, everyone!
This means Beaugendre's out.
The President won his bet. He'll be running against you.
No Deleuvre: you're the only one on the Right.
Without his support, Marjorie would've lost.
Those votes could've been anyone.
I didn't hire you to talk nonsense.
You messed up: I asked you
to finish Deleuvre off.
- You're too well-mannered. - You're joking.
Who got you those photos?
Who helped get you into the election?
You'll beat Marjorie. Be pleased.
Of course I'll win.
But now, the game's changed.
Let's call it a day on our partnership.
Just like that?
Quick and pain-free.
Stop here, please. Mr Desmeuze is getting out.
You said yourself that
these photos could damage us,
so I'm taking the initiative.
I'd rather you took the rap.
I must be unassailable for my campaign.
But you pushed me to do it.
And you did it.
I couldn't trust you 100% after that.
Goodbye, Ludovic.
And thank you.
You're the finest slut I ever met.
I take that as a compliment.
This isn't doing me any good.
I think we should stop.
I'm sure you find this pointless too.
- Who are you talking to, right now? - You. Aren't I?
Are you sure?
- Who else would it be? - I don't know. You tell me.
Do you have a problem with me
or with your life generally?
I'll ask you again.
Who are you talking to?
I think you know. You're just having difficulty expressing it.
The President?
Isn't it with him that you're having difficulty?
- We must act quickly. - Yes, Mr President.
The President will see you in 5 minutes.
- Flashmag. - Simon Kapita here.
Can I speak to your chief editor?
Please hold.
I'm very busy, but it sounded urgent.
I have a question for you.
Who gave you the scoop on Parodi's pregnancy?
I told you: a USB stick in the post with the scan
and the report
from the obstetrician.
If it wasn't Carrère, Desmeuze or Beaugendre, then who was it?
If I said it was Parodi, what would you say?
I'd say it was crazy, but possible.
I thought it too.
By publicising it,
she forces Marjorie to admit the truth.
She's clever.
That, she is.
Thank you.
Hi.
Martin Palissy's been arrested
at Orly. I obtained an arrest warrant.
I'm questioning him.
Travelling while mourning!
I'd have liked to question his father.
You have enough evidence.
It nearly cost you your life. I'm so sorry.
Don't worry. Extreme stuff is my thing.
- And we got those bastards. - Yes.
Yes.
It's Aïcha.
- See you. - OK.
Hello.
You still up for the interview?
Yes. Where are you?
Think I'll tell you? Meet me at 5pm tonight.
- Where? - In front of Gare de l'Est station.
OK.
- You OK? - Yes.
- Are you sure? - I'm fine.
See you later.
- Hear that? - We're locating her.
You've flushed her out. We'll take it from here.
Stay safe, at home.
- Hello? - Why aren't you here?
I've told you.
We need you here to cook. Tomorrow.
- I'll be there. - Chuck the phone.
Fuck...
Is the President not here?
You don't look happy to see me.
You don't care if I'm happy or not.
- Are you still sulking? - No.
I'm in awe.
You move fast.
I don't care what you think.
I love the President
and we're having a child.
Will you tell him you leaked the pregnancy?
That you sent your scan to Flashmag?
You need proof for statements like that.
And you have none.
You don't even deny it.
I don't know what you're talking about.
I wish you both every happiness,
Miss Parodi.
Hello?
It's me.
Can I come over?
What's up?
You're not meeting the jihadi, eh?
Intelligence
are onto her.
You'll have to get past the 2 guards out front.
OK. On my way.
Yeah, fine.
She's going home.
It's 4.15pm. I want everyone ready
in 20 minutes. OK?
- Do you still have her? - We've lost her.
- Parents? - No.
Her friend?
Coming. Darcourt's got her.
The forecourt's almost empty.
Good. We're sure to get her.
Gare de l'Est station
Thanks for coming, Margot.
This way.
I can't help. Jenni hates me.
We know, don't worry.
We need you to help spot her.
Take a seat.
- Shit! Cops! - No way!
Tell their HQ to pull them out.
None of our people move.
They're withdrawing. Carry on.
Is that her?
I don't know.
Keep focused.
Her.
No, it's not her.
- Her? - I don't know.
- Her? - No.
Find her. She's getting away!
I see her.
- In the middle? - Yes.
The girl to your right.
It's not her.
No.
What's she doing? Where is she?
There you are!
Did you get lost?
I wanted some peace. I'm a bit tired.
Your win's made everyone crazy in the office.
True. Can you look at this?
I'm here now.
You brought me luck.
No, both of you...
Both of you brought me luck.
Any doubts?
Not for a second.
I saw Kapita earlier on. He doesn't look good.
No. He's had a hard few months.
Mind you, he got us out of the woods.
He got us Deleuvre's support.
He's always been close to Élisabeth.
- What does that mean? - I don't know.
Her presence is everywhere.
Kapita made me feel like a usurper.
I don't want to always feel like an outsider.
You're not a usurper.
And you're not an outsider.
Phone!
Yes.
It's Aïcha. Meet me elsewhere.
Where are you?
Never mind. Leave your flat.
Come to the esplanade.
Up top.
Where are you?
Gotta go!
Shit! She's wary.
We stay put. It may be a diversion.
- Do not leave your flat. - I must go. We'll lose her.
It's our problem, not yours.
Stay at home.
It's the only way to get her.
With the guys outside, I'm safe.
She'll vanish.
I order you not to leave your flat.
Got it?
She pisses me off!
Reinforce the security
around Apolline's place.
Laurent, take over.
Is the traffic bad?
Where are you?
Why?
You were meeting Apolline.
Don't go!
What's up?
The President's special advisor cannot face a jihadi.
All teams to Apolline Vremler's.
Fuck her and her orders!
Shit battery!
Car 2, do you read me?
Car 2, come in.
Fucking hell!
Delta, come in.
Aïcha!
Get down!
Get down! Aïcha!
Stop, don't do it!
Don't do it. Look at me. Jennifer.
Aïcha.
- Who are you? - Shut it, you!
Who are you?
I'm like you, I don't care if I die.
Go, go go!
I'm OK.
One month later
Crazy, eh, Kapita?
You're both cursed and lucky.
First, Morlaix's assassination and then, that fanatic.
It's been quite a journey.
And I'm tired now.
State interest, Kapita.
It's the flip side of supreme power.
I'm full of hope for our mission.
We serve higher interests,
the nation's.
You're running for a 2nd term
and I hope you're elected.
You're the best candidate.
But I can't stay.
You're leaving us?
The royal "We" now, is it?
I didn't think I'd be campaigning without you.
I'll miss you.
Graveyards are full of indispensable men.
Living is a good thing.
I realise that now.
I should never have sent you to that shrink.
What are you going to do?
You're still single.
I find that hard to believe.
Me too.
You sure there isn't a woman hiding
in the shadows somewhere?
A shadow woman?
She must be well hidden.
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