The video begins with a segment from Mélanie Claud's Instagram story, dated November 10, 2019. Mélanie, in her car, addresses the camera, thanking her followers for helping her choose Nike Air sneakers for her daughter, Kimmy. Her other child, Samille, smiles at the camera, while Kimmy appears disengaged.
Clara Roussell, at 24, abruptly decided to pursue a career in the police force while studying law at Sorbonne. This decision surprised her, driven by a vague desire for justice and purpose, or perhaps a darker curiosity about the harsh realities of the world. Her parents were particularly shocked by her announcement, initially thinking it was a joke.
Clara describes the police entrance exams, which included a general knowledge dissertation on "Can everything be said on the Internet?" and practical case studies. She then faced physical tests, including an endurance test and a motor skills course. Despite her small stature (1.54m), she was agile and athletic. During the motor skills course, she stumbled but, fueled by pride and a look from Commander M, she resumed and completed the course, demonstrating resilience.
Mélanie received a call confirming her selection for the first season of the reality TV show "Rendez-vous dans le noir." The show, which aired on TF1 from 2010 to 2014, involved single men and women meeting in a dark room to get to know each other before seeing each other in daylight. Mélanie envisioned herself becoming a celebrity, adored by millions.
Mélanie arrives at the villa and unpacks. She meets her two rivals, Savane and Vanessa. Savane's confident and sensual demeanor, characterized by her long legs and revealing outfit, made Mélanie feel insecure. Vanessa, equally attractive, further intensified Mélanie's anxieties. The three women engage in superficial conversations, aware that their every word and gesture could be edited for dramatic tension.
After a few cocktails, the women are summoned to the dark room. Mélanie struggles with the intense darkness and the tactile nature of the interactions. While Savane and Vanessa quickly pair off with men, Mélanie experiences rejection. The men hesitate to touch her after an initial attempt by one named Johann, who found her unresponsive. She feels isolated as the others engage in sensual exploration.
Mélanie is not chosen by any of the men and leaves the show the next day. Although disappointed, she keeps the outfit she wore and a makeup palette. In the car, she sees a giant L'Oréal lipstick advertisement featuring Laetitia Casta. This image inspires her, igniting a new ambition to become one of "those women" – famous, radiant, and powerful. She resolves to stay in Paris and pursue fame, believing it's where her destiny lies.