Jean-Marc objects when Marianne gives Charles his first million, arguing that Charles should learn discipline and earn what he receives. His disagreement with Marianne highlights their opposing views about generosity, money, and independence within the Spielman family.
Benjamin meets Laura at a bar and offers to help her study; they become close and start a relationship. He is concerned when he learns she has sex for money, but his jealousy grows after he sees her leave a hotel and he accuses her of seeing Joe. Although they reconcile briefly, their disagreement and his possessiveness contribute to Laura ending the relationship.
An aspiring filmmaker and Camille Miralis's boyfriend. He works as an assistant on a film set, devises a plan with Miralis to hire Vincent as an impostor heir, and eventually reconciles with Miralis.
Julien is a 14-year-old boy who becomes the object of Mary-Jane's attraction after they meet at a party. He works with Lucy at school, pursues Mary-Jane, joins the family trip, and declares his love for her on the island. Later, he denies the significance of their relationship to other boys.
One of Elsa's parents, he brings Elsa lunch during Elsa's refusal to eat and becomes involved in the family's concern about Elsa's extreme beliefs.
Philippe Poudoulec greets the displaced family when it arrives in town. His welcome forms part of the community’s effort to receive them, in contrast with the residents who object to their presence. The summary does not establish further actions or a specific relationship between him and the family.
Jeanne's romantic partner. He shares intimate domestic moments with her, but his worsening health leads to hospitalization and continued nursing at home, leaving Jeanne distressed and uncertain about his whereabouts.
Martin is the protagonist, returning to Los Angeles after his mother's death to handle her affairs, including the apartment and arrangements to return her body to France. Conversations with Linda and others who knew his mother unsettle his assumptions about her life and deepen his anger toward his father. His distance from Claire is also tested as he begins to reconsider what to do next.
Aram's younger brother, Lévon prepares an attempt on General Djelik and condemns Aram as a coward when he opposes it. He joins the ambush, is shot by Talaat after pretending to be dead, and falls into a coma. By 2001 he is paralyzed and uses a wheelchair, while his father blames Aram for his condition.
Le jeune banquier helps explain Elliott’s financial operation to the people investigating his disappearance. He states that Elliott advised investors to withdraw their American assets before a severe fall in the dollar and clarifies that the resulting fortune was meant to be divided among Elliott’s children.
A friend within the ensemble cast who engages in the group's witty dialogues and provides a supportive presence during the central relationship's collapse.
Martin is an old boyfriend of Constance who reunites with her during a family holiday. He is married and has a family life with Ariane, but Constance's visit revives old feelings and causes tension with their spouses. He supports Claire as she struggles with motherhood, admits that he and Constance shared a kiss, and dismisses it as insignificant.
Mathieu Demy has 73 screen credits in a career dating back to 1977. Signature works include The Richest Woman in the World, The Art of Seduction, Student Services. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
