In the lead: Anthony Bajon and Aliocha Schneider want to become parents

In the spotlight puts Anthony Bajon and Aliocha Schneider at the heart of a story about the desire for a child. Louis-Julien Petit's new film is slated for release in French cinemas on January 6, 2027, with Alexandra Lamy, Corinne Masiero and Yvan Attal.

Arthur and Maxime want to become parents. To make this happen, they’re considering crossing legal boundaries. Their circle of friends weighs in with opinions and possible solutions that don’t necessarily move things forward.

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After The Invisibles and The Brigade, Louis-Julien Petit turns his attention to the hurdles a gay couple faces as they seek to start a family. The story of Arthur and Maxime involves their loved ones, who become part of a project that is, at heart, deeply intimate.

The film was shown at the 2026 Angoulême Francophone Film Festival. Its French distribution is handled by Gaumont.

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