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Maelstrom

A woman's life takes an unexpected turn after a car accident, leading her to connect with a stranger who helps her confront her inner turmoil and find a new sense of purpose.

Bibiane Champagne, 25, appears to have a flawless life as the daughter of a famous entrepreneur and co-owner of a Quebec boutique chain with her brother. However, her life is actually unraveling. She's recently had an abortion and her boutiques are struggling due to her incompetence, likely caused by substance abuse and the pressure to meet her father's high expectations. The story is told from the perspective of a fish awaiting slaughter, which becomes entangled in Bibi's life after a chance encounter with 53-year-old Norwegian fishmonger Annstein Karlsen. This chance meeting leads to more poor decisions and a relationship with Annstein's son, Evian, who is unaware of the full extent of his father's connection to Bibi. Her time with Evian may be her only hope to turn her life around.

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Info about Maelstrom

Studio(s): Téléfilm Canada, SODEC

Originally Released: United States, Sep 15, 2000

Production Country: Canada

Budget: $3,400,000.00

Genres:Drama