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An ex skiing champion puts undue pressure on a gifted teenager rising up the ranks in this French drama.
15 year-old...
An ex skiing champion puts undue pressure on a gifted teenager rising up the ranks in this French drama.
15 year-old Lyz, a high school student in the French Alps, has been accepted to a highly selective ski club whose aim is to train future professional athletes. Taking a chance on his new recruit, Fred, ex-champion turned coach, decides to make Lyz his shining star regardless of her lack of experience. Under his influence, Lyz will have to endure more than the physical and emotional pressure of the training. Will Lyz’s determination help her escape his grip?
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100 %62 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
59 %41 reviewsAudience score rating
"A difficult but necessary watch."
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Variety
Variety"Harrowing coming-of-age story."
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IndieWire
IndieWire"Beautifully directed and performed."
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Hollywood Reporter
Hollywood Reporter"Powerful, moving."
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Empire Magazine
Empire Magazine"Charlène Favier adds constant depth."
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Financial Times
Financial Times"Bone-chilling."
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The Guardian
The Guardian"Important, impeccably played drama."
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The Times
The Times"Nuanced look at the dynamics of an abusive relationship."
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Slant Magazine
Slant Magazine"For all its beauty, it's also quite an unsettling watch."
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Vulture
Vulture"Spine-tingling sensation."
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RogerEbert.com
RogerEbert.com"Effective drama."
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The Irish Times
The Irish TimesSlalom | Details
- Runtime
- 93
- Genre
- Drama, Sport
- Country of origin
- Belgium, France
