Overview

In a small town in central France, Simon is a priest devoted to his parish. During a mass, Louise, whom he hadn’t seen since his seminary years ago, reappears. She introduces him to Aloé, an 11-year-old child, who is his son. This news will disrupt his daily life: can he be a good priest for his parishioners and a good father for his child? Simon will try to convince the highest authorities of the Church that his vocation is compatible with paternal love.

Cast

Grégory Gadebois, Géraldine Nakache, Lyes Salem, Anton Alluin, Jacques Boudet, Noam Morgensztern, Françoise Lebrun, Sarah Pachoud

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What is "Paternal" about?

In a small town in central France, Simon is a priest devoted to his parish. During a mass, Louise, whom he hadn’t seen since his seminary years ago, reappears. She introduces him to Aloé, an 11-year-old child, who is his son. This news will disrupt his daily life: can he be a good priest for his parishioners and a good father for his child? Simon will try to convince the highest authorities of the Church that his vocation is compatible with paternal love.

When was "Paternal" released?

Paternal was released in 2024.

Who stars in "Paternal"?

The cast includes Grégory Gadebois, Géraldine Nakache, Lyes Salem, Anton Alluin.