Seyolo emphasizes to his children that hard work and education are essential for survival and advancement, particularly as immigrants.
1975 in Marly-Gomont, a remote village in northern France. Plot Narrative
The family must "achieve the impossible" by breaking down cultural barriers through perseverance and talent—such as Seyolo's medical skill and his daughter Sivi's prowess on the soccer field.
The film addresses institutional and social discrimination with a light, often humorous touch, showing how ignorance fuels prejudice.