The film is based largely on Angélique Lizenburger's life experience.
The characters of Séverine and Cynthia are actually Angélique's daughters.
The majority of the movie was filmed with natural light, including the bright scene towards the end.
Awards:
-Caméra d'Or et Prix d'Ensemble au Festival de Cannes 2014
-Prix du Public au Festival Paris Cinéma 2014.
The film was recorded using handheld camera, meaning no tripods or stabilizers were occupied to record.