Cédrick Gosselin

Montreal, Winter 2002. Stéphane, 19 years old, fan of Metal, student in graphic design, dreams of becoming an illustrator. But for months he has been caught in a threatening spiral: he is addicted to games. Indebted, without an apartment, avoiding his friends to whom he owes money, Stéphane takes a job as a dishwasher in a restaurant in a major Italian restaurant in Montreal in order to get by. There, he will meet Bébert, a cook who burns the candle at both ends, and Greg, a waiter with disreputable actions. Will Stéphane make it through this new job or will he fall into a downward spiral of bad choices?

Neglected" is a powerful drama that explores the tragic consequences of child neglect and abuse. Joey is a six-year-old boy who is constantly exposed to his parents' drug abuse, wild parties, and violent fights. He copes with his trauma by immersing himself in violent video games, becoming increasingly isolated and withdrawn. "Neglected" is a haunting portrayal of the devastating impact of neglect and abuse on children. It highlights the urgent need to address the root causes of neglect and provide children with safe and nurturing environments. The movie also sheds light on the importance of early intervention and support for children who have experienced trauma. In its powerful and emotional portrayal of Joey's story, "Neglect" reminds us of the urgent need to take action to protect vulnerable children and ensure that they receive the care and support they deserve.

After a difficult separation, Serge Jr. takes his daughter Lily, 9, on a truck ride across Canada. They head to Alberta and its legendary Badlands World’s Best Truck Rodeo, a race Lily and him have been dreaming about. On the road, under his daughter’s increasingly worried gaze, Serge will eventually need to face the music.

Across various timelines and locations, the fates of four characters intertwine as they struggle to find connections and meaning in a world transformed by climate change.