Danielle (Bernadette Lafont), a grandmother in her sixties, is planning to take her two grandchildren to their father’s house for the Easter vacation. Since retiring as a schoolteacher, Danielle has regularly taken on this responsibility after her daughter’s divorce. This time, however, the children’s father is not there to welcome them, giving Danielle the opportunity to spend a bit more time with her grandchildren and to take them out for the day. Jumping at every opportunity presented to them, Danielle soon transforms this day-outing into an impromptu holiday. Only what starts out as a fun adventure gradually turns into an inexorable deconstructing experience, and it soon becomes impossible for Danielle to contemplate taking the kids back…

L'histoire de Marie is a 2009 short drama film that follows the life of Marie, a complex and introspective character. The film delves into Marie's struggles, emotions, and personal growth, exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Through a series of captivating scenes, L'histoire de Marie takes the viewer on a compelling journey into the depths of Marie's soul.