"With Love and Chansons": A Feel-Good Film - New Film *With Love and Chansons* Celebrates a Life Defined by Resilience
A new film titled With Love and Chansons is bringing Roland Perez’s extraordinary life to the screen. Directed by Ken Scott, the story follows Perez from his birth in 1963 to the present day. The movie blends archival footage, TV reconstructions, and a powerful tale of resilience and love.
Roland Perez was born with clubfoot in Paris. Doctors warned he would need braces and orthotics for life. But his mother, Esther, refused to accept this fate.
Esther, played by Leïla Bekhti, spent years seeking healers, specialists, and even miracles. For 18 months, Roland was confined to a corset, unable to move freely. During this time, he found comfort in television and the music of Sylvie Vartan.
The film spans five decades, showing Esther’s unwavering determination to give Roland an extraordinary life. Jonathan Cohen portrays the adult Roland, capturing his journey from childhood struggles to personal triumph. The story highlights themes of unconditional love, perseverance, and the joy of breaking free from limitations.
With Love and Chansons combines real-life footage with dramatic storytelling. It traces Roland’s path from medical challenges to a life filled with passion and purpose. The film is set to inspire audiences with its message of hope and defiance against the odds.
