Bitter Sugar

movie

Sucre Amer tells the story of a unique court case in which an event from the past is judged by a court of history. Major figures from history are brought together in the present to re-examine the "Ignace case", about a legendary figure in the history of Guadeloupe who fought against the armies of Napoleon Bonaparte to preserve his freedom. A hero despite himself, Ignace's life and struggle were subsequently consigned to oblivion by his enemies. His treatment has left a bittersweet taste in the mouths of the people of Guadeloupe.

Cast & crew

Anne-Marie Philipe · Eric Vu-An · Gabriel Gascon · Jean-Michel Martial · Luc Saint-Eloy · Maka Kotto · Marc Michel · Marie Verdi · Philippe Le Mercier · Robert Liensol · Christian Lara