EDMONDE CHARLES-ROUX, A WOMAN IN THE SHADOWS

She shaped the city of Marseille in silence

Synopsis

Edmonde Charles-Roux, who died in Marseille in 2016, left a lasting mark on French culture through her dedication and influence.

A journalist, a writer, and a member of the Resistance during WWII, she remained discreet throughout her life. Yet she was a true driving force behind Marseille's cultural and political life.

This film traces the life of a free-spirited, rebellious woman who fought to change the city's image.