The Statement

Pierre Brossard, a Frenchman, becomes a Nazi collaborator during World War II. He is responsible for ordering the execution of seven Jewish individuals, a decision that would haunt him for decades.

Nearly four decades later, David Manenbaum is hired as a hitman with the task of eliminating Brossard. The hit is framed as an act of vengeance for the lives Brossard took during the war.

In a surprising turn of events, Brossard manages to defend himself and kills Manenbaum. He cleverly hides the body, while discovering that his pursuer had used a Canadian passport to track him.

After killing Manenbaum, Brossard goes into hiding among the Traditionalist Catholic community in southern France. He relies on trusted allies within this circle for support and financial assistance.

As Brossard’s allies continue to assist him, their actions draw increasing attention from local authorities. This creates a sense of unease among his supporters and puts their operation at risk.

The murder of Manenbaum catches the eye of Investigating Judge Annemarie Livi. Despite the lack of assistance from official sources, she becomes determined to delve deeper into the case surrounding Brossard.

Judge Livi teams up with Colonel Roux from the French Gendarmerie. Together, they start piecing together the puzzle, suspecting that Manenbaum may have been involved in more sinister schemes.

As the investigation proceeds, Livi and Roux find a history of unresolved inquiries concerning Brossard from over 40 years ago. The walls close in as pressure mounts on Brossard from all sides.

In a moment of vulnerability, Brossard visits his estranged wife, Nicole, who is reluctant about their reunion. Their encounter reveals the emotional turmoil they both face due to Brossard's past.

Brossard's allies, including priests and a powerful former wartime colleague, grow increasingly nervous. The persistent investigation from Livi and Roux leads them to question their safety and loyalty to Brossard.

Facing a crisis, Brossard seeks new identity documents and funding to escape France for good. His growing paranoia about betrayal colors his every decision.

On the night Brossard plans to leave France, he is unexpectedly confronted. His own handler, Pochon, fatally shoots him, executing a betrayal orchestrated by those who exchanged his trust for fear.

In the wake of Brossard's death, Judge Livi and Colonel Roux intensify their investigation into the conspiracy. They track links that connect Brossard to a high-ranking government official, leading to shocking revelations.

The culmination of Livi and Roux's investigation leads to the arrest of a high-ranking official involved in the conspiracy to protect Brossard. The case sends ripples through the French government, spotlighting past atrocities.