Les Vengeances de Maître Poutifard

Les Vengeances de Maître Poutifard

Year: 2023

Runtime: 90 mins

Language: French

FamilyComedy

The tasty story of a retired teacher who decides to make his former students pay for years of heckling and humiliation.

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1

Robert's bullying at school

Robert Poutifard works as a primary school teacher, but his authority is undermined by his pupils. The students tease and humiliate him during class, revealing a power struggle that defines his daily life. This early mistreatment foreshadows the tensions that will drive the later events.

start of the story Robert's school
2

Robert meets Claudine

Claudine, a teacher from Quebec who has just arrived at his school, crosses paths with Robert. They share a moment of understanding and sympathy for each other's professional pressures. This encounter sparks the beginnings of a relationship.

early in the story Robert's school
3

A budding romance

Robert and Claudine grow closer as they bond over shared experiences in teaching. They begin a relationship despite the obstacles. Their connection marks a turning point in Robert's life.

shortly after meeting at their workplace
4

Pupils sabotage the proposal

Four former pupils, Anthony, Audrey, Camille, and Mélanie, react with anger to the romance. They sabotage Robert's marriage proposal to Claudine, undermining the plan and causing a breakup. The incident cements Robert's sense of betrayal and seeds a desire for revenge.

soon after the relationship begins
5

Robert's urge for revenge

The broken engagement leaves Robert feeling humiliated and vengeful. He begins to plot ways to retaliate against his former pupils. The seeds of a long-term plan gradually take shape.

after the breakup Robert's home
6

Nineteen years later: retirement and plan

Nineteen years pass and Robert is now retired. He spends his free time pursuing a calculated revenge with help from his mother, Huguette, who is skilled with technology. This new partnership shows his obsession taking on a more organized form.

nineteen years later Robert's home
7

Audrey's rise as a singer

Audrey has built a successful career as a singer involved in various causes. Her public life contrasts with Robert's private plotting. Her achievements make the later strike more impactful.

nineteen years later France
8

Anthony becomes a famous chef

Anthony Lecain becomes a media-savvy, famous chef. He has risen to prominence and is a recognizable public figure. This success sets him up for high-profile events that draw attention.

nineteen years later France
9

Camille and Mélanie become influencers

Camille and Mélanie Guillot grow into admired, highly-followed social media influencers. They use their platforms to promote brands and sponsor projects. Their fame makes them powerful but also subject to scrutiny.

nineteen years later France
10

Attack on Anthony's restaurant

Robert sabotages Anthony's restaurant during the visit of an important food critic. He uses an ultrasound instrument and Brutus the molosser dog as part of the plan. The stunt disrupts the scene and threatens Anthony's career.

the day the critic arrives Anthony's restaurant
11

The Internet ban against the twins

The four former pupils ban Camille and Mélanie from the Internet during an official meeting on a big construction site they sponsored. The President of the French Republic attends the meeting to enforce the ban, underscoring the power they wield.

following the restaurant incident construction site
12

Bouli foils the third mission and Audrey's son

Bouli, the concert's security agent and Robert's former pupil, foils the plan to ruin Audrey's concert. He introduces Audrey's son to Robert, revealing that he has a rare serious disease. This revelation drives Robert toward reconciliation with his former pupils.

during the concert Audrey's concert
13

Reunion and forgiveness

Robert organizes a reunion with Anthony, Audrey, Camille, and Mélanie. He apologizes for his past actions and explains his motivations. Touched by his sincerity, they forgive him and promise to help Audrey's son.

after Bouli's intervention reunion gathering
14

Peace and retirement

Robert, now at peace with his past, begins to enjoy his retirement with his mother Huguette. The former pupils continue to find success, but with a newfound appreciation for their former teacher.

shortly after the reunion Robert's retirement home
15

Claudine reconnects

Claudine, moved by the changes in Robert, contacts him again. They resume their long-interrupted relationship, signaling a closing of the circle.

after the reunion Robert's home

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 10:23

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