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What it’s about

Adèle, a young inmate, is given a chance to work as a porter in a prestigious Parisian hotel, an opportunity arranged by the hotel's director, Edouard Galzain. The hotel is a place of ruthless ambition and hidden power struggles, where every favor comes at a price. As Adèle becomes aware of what happens behind the scenes, she realizes that her freedom and future are tied to the power games played within the hotel's walls. She must navigate a world where ambitious employees, influential clients, and outside connections all seek advantage.

What hooks you

Directed by Vladimir de Fontenay and Marie Monge, the series features Manon Bresch as Adèle and Melvil Poupaud as Edouard Galzain. The cast also includes Roxane Mesquida, Nina Zem, and Zar Amir Ebrahimi.

Who it’s for

It is a good pick for those who like tension that builds slowly and stories of ambition in closed, luxurious settings.