---
title: "Student Services"
year: 2010
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/student-services-2010"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 65496
imdb_id: "tt1570970"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 101
community_rating: 5.3
vote_count: 146
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Student Services (2010) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/student-services-2010

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film Student Services is a drama that explores the challenges faced by a young college student. The story follows a nineteen-year-old named Laura who is struggling to cope with the pressures of her first year at college. Her academic pursuits are hindered by financial concerns, which creates a significant amount of stress for her. In an effort to alleviate her money worries, Laura responds to an online advertisement that promises a solution to her financial troubles. The advertisement is for intimate companionship, and Laura's decision to answer it sets her on a path that ultimately proves to be dangerous. The film delves into the consequences of Laura's choices and the risks she faces as a result of her actions. The storyline is driven by Laura's desperate attempt to address her financial struggles, which leads to a series of events that have a profound impact on her life.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A struggling college student turns to sex work to fund her education with dangerous consequences."

### Why Watch
- compelling character study
- realistic portrayal of financial desperation

### Caveats & Content Note
- disturbing subject matter
- slow pacing
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains mature themes related to sex work and financial instability.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, gritty, tense, serious

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Emmanuelle Bercot
- **Networks / Studios**: Les Films du Kiosque

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Déborah François** as *Laura*
- **Mathieu Demy** as *Benjamin*
- **Alain Cauchi** as *Joe*
- **Benjamin Siksou** as *Manu*
- **Anna Sigalevitch** as *Fanny*
- **Joseph Braconnier** as *Parking customer*
- **Marc Chapiteau** as *Photograph*
- **Pascal Bongard** as *Gérard*
- **Lou Bohringer** as *Lou*
- **Édith Le Merdy** as *Social worker*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
It follows a nineteen-year-old college student who enters the world of intimate companionship to solve her money problems.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in the United States on November 11, 2010.

### Q: What genre is this movie?
It is classified as a drama.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of one hour and forty-one minutes.

### Q: Is it suitable for all audiences?
The film is not rated and deals with mature subject matter.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*