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Synopsis
Sami, a young Swiss-Algerian man, goes to Bern to apply for a position in the Swiss Bureau of Intelligence. Applicants vying for the position are not allowed to discuss the recruitment process. But when he returns home, Sami can’t help telling his family about his employment possibility. All hell breaks loose. Sami, who is nearly thirty, is torn between his professional ambitions, his conscience and his loyalty to his family. But it’s high time he found a job. As the recruitment process becomes increasingly obscure, Sami is forced to wonder why he is being sought out for the position. Is it because of his qualifications or because of his Arab/Muslim background?
- Screenplay:
- Moïra Pitteloud
- Cinematography:
- Leandro Monti
- Sound:
- Philippe Ciompi, Eric Gherkin
- Edit:
- Félix Sandri
- Cast:
- Jafri Abel, Djaadi Mehdi, Amrein Markus, Sanbar Mayya, Belghazi Djamel, Margraitner Christiane
- Production Company:
- Bord Cadre films
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Director's statement
When I made "The Offer", I wanted to examine how a seemingly simple proposition can reveal deep emotional and moral fault lines. The film centers on an unexpected proposal that unsettles relationships and exposes hidden desires, fears, and power dynamics. I was interested in the tension between what is spoken and what remains unsaid—how a single moment can shift the balance within intimacy. By focusing on subtle gestures and restrained performances, I aimed to let discomfort grow quietly. **The film ultimately suggests** that choices are rarely neutral; every offer carries consequences, forcing us to confront who we are and what we are willing to accept.