Merci Patron! (2016) Apr 2026

: The film highlights the human cost of industrial relocation, specifically focusing on the deindustrialized region of Northern France.

The film centres on , former textile workers in Northern France who lost their jobs when LVMH moved production of Kenzo suits to cheaper markets. Living on just €400 a month and facing the loss of their home, they become the focal point of Ruffin's elaborate sting operation. Ruffin uses hidden cameras and undercover tactics to trick LVMH executives into providing the family with financial compensation and a permanent job. Key Themes & Social Impact Merci patron! (2016)

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(2016) is a satirical French documentary directed by journalist François Ruffin . Often compared to the style of Michael Moore, the film follows Ruffin's "Robin Hood-esque" mission to help a family financially ruined by the outsourcing practices of Bernard Arnault , the CEO of luxury conglomerate LVMH and one of France's wealthiest men. Executive Summary Ruffin uses hidden cameras and undercover tactics to