Her famous smile long charmed heads of state around the world. For years, the former head of Areva reigned supreme over the French nuclear industry. Until her downfall: she and her husband were implicated in the UraMin affair, Areva's acquisition of uranium mines that proved too expensive to exploit. The result: nearly 3 billion euros reportedly went up in smoke.

In 2011, the woman who perhaps envisioned herself as a minister one day lost everything. Yet, this brilliant engineer had experienced an incredible rise. At just 30, she joined the staff of the President of the Republic and became François Mitterrand's favorite, remaining by his side until his death. This opened many doors for her. At one time, she was one of the most powerful women in France.

From the Élysée Palace to the inner workings of a state affair, the "Further Investigation Documentary" revisits the career of a gifted student, championed by a powerful and little-known network: the Corps des Mines, which for decades has placed its members in key positions across the country. How did the former advisor to the Élysée become "Atomic Anne," the champion of French nuclear power? What are the secrets of this woman who has worked closely with four Presidents of the Republic?

After months of discussions, the enigmatic Anne Lauvergeon agreed to speak out. In 52 minutes, the "Further Investigation Documentary" paints a portrait of this privileged figure of the Republic.

An investigation by Laure Pollez, Benjamin Poulain, and Frédérique Prigent.

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