The film delves deep into the lives of disaffected youth in smalltown France, highlighting the class and racial tensions fueled by their socio-economic struggles.
Heillange, a town of hard times, reflects the broader socio-economic decay in France; its shuttered steelworks symbolize the loss and despair faced by its residents.
As Anthony and Hacine's fates intertwine through their shared struggles, the film subtly critiques the societal structures that perpetuate division among the town's youth.
Through moments of vulnerability and confrontation, the characters reveal that their perceived differences are mere products of historical context and circumstance.
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