Philippe, a sailor, finishes a sailing race around the world, solo and nonstop. After this tour of the world, Philippe can no longer resume the rhythm of everyday life with his wife Lucie and son Vincent.

Single mother Paulette decides to make up for her mistake by cooking a chicken with peppers for her daughter—only she can't cook and shopkeepers are on strike.

France. End of the 19th century. Louise Violet 40, a Parisian teacher, is sent on a mission to the French countryside. But in a place where the daily life is linked to the seasons, land and crops, she must first convince parents to send their kids to school. With the help of the mayor, she is gradually accepted by the parents and their children. But soon, her past catches up with her. Despite the obstacles she faces, Miss Violet will give her heart and soul to her belief that education is the key to freedom.

A former Neo-Nazi and skinhead, Marco Lopez, tries to get his violent, racist and hateful past behind him. The man struggles to take distance with his Neo-Nazi friends and all their doings.