French film Santiago explores rebirth on the Camino de Santiago

The French film ‘Santiago. Un cammino per ricominciare’ (Compostelle), written and directed by Yann Samuell, is scheduled for release on September 24. Based on true stories from Bernard Ollivier’s book ‘Marche et invente ta vie’, the film follows a professor named Fred who, after being dismissed from her job, agrees to guide a group of troubled adolescents along the Camino de Santiago.

Among the participants is Adam, a young man facing potential detention. The narrative explores their journey from Le Puy-en-Velay in France to the Spanish coast, depicting a transformative experience aimed at social reintegration. The film stars Alexandra Lamy and Julien Le Berre, portraying a journey of personal rebirth and hope.