Vernon Subutex Season 1 Episode 7 Episode 7
- January 1, 2019
- 35 min
Vernon Subutex is a French drama television series that follows the story of its titular character, Vernon Subutex, a former record shop owner who finds himself without a home and funds after losing everything. The series follows Vernon as he tries to rebuild his life and find a place in a changing society. In season 1 episode 7 titled "Episode 7," the story takes a dramatic turn as the characters' lives are further entangled.
The episode opens with Vernon on the run, after being chased by some of the characters he has wronged in the past. He seeks refuge in the apartment of a young woman named Martine, who he had met earlier in the season while living on the streets. As Vernon tries to convince Martine to help him, she bleeds out from a wound sustained during the chase. Vernon is forced to flee once again, leaving Martine behind.
Meanwhile, Vernon's former friend, Laurent, who is now a right-wing populist politician, is also on the run. He is wanted by the police for inciting violence during a protest that he had organized. He seeks refuge at the home of Céleste, his ex-girlfriend and Vernon's former love interest. However, he soon realizes that Céleste has moved on and is now in a relationship with another man.
At the same time, Sylvie, Vernon's former employer, is trying to locate him. She believes that Vernon has a tape that could incriminate her in her husband's death. She sends her daughter, Alex, to track him down. Alex finds Vernon's former lover, Anaïs, who tells her that Vernon is no longer in Paris.
In a parallel storyline, Vincent, a young musician, is struggling to find his place in the music industry. He meets with a famous producer named Kiko, who promises to help him launch his career. However, Vincent is hesitant to work with Kiko, as he is aware of his reputation for mistreating young artists.
As the episode progresses, the characters' paths begin to cross. Laurent seeks refuge at Vernon's former apartment and meets with Sylvie, who is also searching for Vernon. Alex and Anaïs also arrive at the apartment, hoping to find some leads on Vernon's whereabouts. Meanwhile, Vincent performs at a small concert where he is approached by Kiko's associates, who offer him a record deal.
The episode ends on a cliffhanger, as Vernon resurfaces at the hospital where Martine was taken. It is unclear whether he will be able to evade the police and the characters who are pursuing him.
Overall, episode 7 of Vernon Subutex is a dramatic and suspenseful installment in the series. It showcases the complex relationships between the characters and adds new layers to the story. The episode leaves the audience on the edge of their seats, eager to see what will happen next.