Halfway There

Samuel comes back to his hometown for a business trip, having not return since leaving for college, almost thirty years ago. On his way to an important meeting, he gets knocked over by a car, driven by a young man. It seems like a harmless accident and Samuel decides to take some rest in a park. Memories from his youth come rushing back as the night falls and the consequences of the accident slowly emerge.

Directed by Arnaud Bénoliel, Halfway There leans on a strong ensemble — Laurent Lucas, Garlan Le Martelot, Christine Citti — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 2011.