When the father of 11-year-old Cyril abandons him, he
obsessively searches for his bicycle - placing his last bit of hope in this
symbol of their relationship. Almost by accident, he becomes the ward of a kind
hairdresser, who seems surprised to find herself so determined to help him.
With his wild, unpredictable behavior and his disastrous search for father
figures, Cyril risks losing her - though she refuses to give up without a
fight.
The Dardennes Brothers have
crafted a lean efficient film that is plotted with singular purpose without
hitting a false note in this drama from Belgium. No reservation is required
when Northland Library serves up some light refreshments during the showing of
this film.