In the Name of My Daughter

In 1976, Agnès Le Roux, a determined young woman, arrives back in Nice following a failed marriage. Seeking a fresh start, she hopes to establish her independence and redefine her life away from her mother's influence.

Renée Le Roux, Agnès' mother, finds herself embroiled in fierce conflicts over control of the Palais de la Méditerranée, a significant casino. A disastrous night leads to the casino suffering a staggering loss of five million francs, prompting allegations of tampering by professional gamblers.

Determined to carve her own path, Agnès decides to open a charming bookstore that specializes in African artifacts and Asian textiles. This venture represents her quest for independence from her controlling mother.

Agnès' relationship with her mother becomes strained as Renée denies Agnès her rightful inheritance from her late father. Despite Agnès's contributions, Renée's direct and unyielding nature exacerbates the familial rift.

Maurice Agnelet, Renée's lawyer, becomes infatuated with the strong-willed Agnès. This emotional complexity intensifies as Agnès navigates her growing feelings while being warned by Maurice's partner, Françoise, about his notorious reputation.

In spite of the challenges, Agnès and Maurice embark on an intense affair filled with emotional highs and lows. As Maurice shares details about his life, Agnès finds herself drawn deeper into their relationship, complicating her independence.

Maurice's ambitions clash with Renée's decisions when she opts for a seasoned manager over him. He then aids Agnès in securing the three million francs her mother withheld, marking a pivotal moment in their partnership.

As Italian mafia boss Jean-Dominique Fratoni purchases Agnès' shares, it allows her to vote against Renée in a critical board meeting. This betrayal results in Renée losing her power and wealth, dramatically shifting family dynamics.

With Fratoni in charge, the Palais de la Méditerranée faces unfortunate closure, resulting in a scandal as news of Agnès' betrayal emerges. Agnès grapples with guilt, while Maurice attempts to console her.

Renée learns about Agnès' treachery through Mario, a loyal Italian chauffeur, leading to emotional turmoil for both women. The tension escalates as Agnès finds joy with Maurice, yet her increasing demands create complications.

Amidst the complexities of her relationship, Agnès reaches a breaking point and tragically attempts to end her life by overdosing on pills. Renée rushes to the hospital, but Agnès rejects her mother’s comfort in a moment of deep anguish.

Following her hospitalization, Maurice takes control and moves Agnès back to her apartment. As Agnès spirals into despair, she mysteriously vanishes, leaving Maurice to manipulate her finances to his advantage.

Heartbroken over her daughter's disappearance, Renée embarks on a relentless two-decade pursuit to uncover the truth behind Agnès’ fate. She becomes increasingly convinced that Maurice was involved in her daughter's mysterious vanishing.

Years later, Renée's efforts finally pay off as the investigation into Agnès' disappearance is reopened. Maurice, who now resides in Panama, voluntarily returns to France to confront the trial that will decide his fate.

During a poignant trial, Françoise testifies against Maurice, retracting her earlier alibi and placing him in a vulnerable position. Despite the tension and Renée's passionate advocacy, Maurice is ultimately acquitted.

The story reaches a resolution when, in 2014, prompted by new evidence from his son, Maurice is found guilty of Agnès’ death and sentenced to twenty years in prison. This final twist brings a long-awaited sense of justice for Renée.