The Companions

The Companions follows Naëlle, a nineteen-year-old street art enthusiast who must complete a social reintegration program to avoid being separated from her family. Through her instructor, Hélène, she is introduced to the Maison des Compagnons de Nantes, an organization dedicated to traditional craftsmanship and the passing of skills between generations. Under the guidance of Paul, a stained glass artist who takes her into his studio, Naëlle explores a disciplined world far removed from her own experiences. Despite her personal struggles, she works to establish herself within the craft and discovers the practical value of the organization's principles.

This comedy-drama is a joint production from France and Belgium, produced by companies including Wild Bunch and France 2 Cinéma. It was directed by François Favrat, who previously directed Boomerang in 2015. The screenplay was written by Favrat and Johanne Bernard. The film features a cast of 33 credited actors, led by Najaa Bensaid, Agnès Jaoui, and Pio Marmaï.

The movie has received moderate reception from viewers. On IMDb, it holds a rating of 6/10 based on 183 votes, while on TMDB, it has a slightly higher score of 6.7/10 from 47 votes.