Blanche is invisible. Not really, of course, but in the eyes of his father and mother, his condition borders on transparent. Eyes glued to their phone or the bills piling up, always racing between work and appointments, his parents struggle to spare him a glance. Never a “Have a good day” before walking through the door or questions when returning from class, never hugs, games or kisses before bed. One day, she meets Canaille, a dog consumed like her by boredom, whose affection will give her the courage to express herself and demand her due. In a rhythmic, poetic and accessible language, Chloé Varin offers a nuanced story that allows us to address both the more serious aspect of neglect and the more universal aspect of self-affirmation. Drawing on a palette of warm and wintery colors, Rémi Allen’s precise line brings to life Blanche’s contradictory emotions, and the rich symbolism of the text. An album that opens the door to great discussions and great questions.
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