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05 March 2025

Quebec Television Set For Thrilling Season Finales

From culinary critiques to intense drama, viewers eagerly anticipate dramatic conclusions this spring.

Quebec television is poised for thrilling season finales, with upcoming episodes of popular series "Indéfendable," "Alertes," and the new culinary show "Les critiques atypiques" creating excitement among viewers.

Charles Lafortune, known for his engaging presence, has recently launched "Les critiques atypiques," which features four culinary critics who are on the autism spectrum. Each week, they will evaluate the restaurants of renowned chefs across Quebec. Lafortune aptly described the show, stating, "L'émission a été choisie comme un format qui fait bouger les choses." The series aims to present unique perspectives on gastronomy and is set to premiere on March 24, 2025, on AMI-télé and AMI+.

During the recent Gala de la Fondation Autiste & majeur, the trailer for "Les critiques atypiques" captured viewers' attention. Much to the delight of culinary enthusiasts, notable chefs will participate, including Danny St Pierre of Pan Américan Pizza, Janice Tiefenbach from Gia, and Jérôme Ferrer of Europea.

Meanwhile, the season finale of "Indéfendable" is also on the horizon, set to air on April 24, 2025. Lafortune provided tantalizing hints about the finale, emphasizing the precarious situation faced by character Léo Macdonald, played by Sébastien Delorme. "Là, on a commencé à voir que Léo a des menaces. [...] sa vie est de plus en plus en danger," Lafortune revealed, indicating Léo begins to make increasingly dangerous choices, even rejecting help from his colleague, Me Lapointe, and hiring a bodyguard instead.

Léo's plight intensifies with the presence of threats looming over him, not least of which is the mysterious man seen lurking near his home. The audience will want to tune in to see how Léo navigates this perilous path and whether he will unearth the truth surrounding these dangers.

Error resumes as this season's penultimate episodes of "Alertes" are also approaching their climactic end, scheduled to conclude on March 31, 2025. Sophie Prégent, another star at the Gala, offered viewers foreboding news: "Danger imminent au quartier général!" This warning sets the stage for what promises to be high stakes and deep emotional engagement before summer break.

Two major storylines are set to collide as the series tackles the kidnapping and assault of Aurélie Trépanier alongside the growing number of deaths among the homeless near affluent families. Charles Lafortune ominously hinted at the involvement of masked gangs: "On a commencé à les voir un peu, c'est une espèce de gang masquée." The societal divide imprinted on the series cannot be overlooked, with Mylène St-Sauveur commenting, "On s'aperçoit qu'on n'a peut-être pas la bonne personne derrière les barreaux. [...] clivage dans la population au niveau des opinions." This dilemma plays out against the backdrop of high-profile investigations, creating compelling drama.

Indéfendable continues to air from Monday to Thursday at 7 PM on TVA. Next week, viewers can expect a well-known actress and her daughter to engage with the plot, creating even more anticipation for the coming episodes.

With all these promising developments, Quebec's television scene is buzzing with excitement. The diverse storytelling encapsulated by Lafortune's approach offers not only entertainment but also sparks important conversations about society and culture through shows like "Les critiques atypiques," "Indéfendable," and "Alertes." Set your calendars; these finales are not to be missed!