Plot — What is The Assistant about?
With his wife in labor, father-to-be Thomas (Malik Zidi) speeds to the hospital, and in the process, accidentally kills a young man on the road. That death sets into motion events that will change everyone’s lives forever, including the young man’s mother Marie-France (Nathalie Baye), who cannot recover from the trauma. Nine years later, Marie-France takes a job as Thomas’s secretary without him knowing about her connection to his past. As Marie-France’s maternal rage reaches tragic proportions, she insinuates herself into his life, his work and his family in this classic thriller à la Hitchcock.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2015 |
| Genre | Thriller |
| Language | French |
| Runtime | 87 min |
| Audience Score | 56% (5.6/10, 17 votes) |
The Assistant — FAQ
Is The Assistant worth watching? The Assistant holds a 5.6/10 rating from 17 viewers. With his wife in labor, father-to-be Thomas (Malik Zidi) speeds to the hospital, and in the process, accidentally kills a young man on the road. That death sets into motion events that will change everyone’s lives foreve
Who directed The Assistant? Directed by Christophe Ali.
Who is in the cast of The Assistant? It stars Nathalie Baye, Malik Zidi, Johan Leysen, Sabrina Seyvecou, Hervé Sogne, Aïssatou Diop and more.
Where can I stream The Assistant? You can stream The Assistant on Philo, OVID, Fandor Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Assistant release? It released in 2015.
