I think it is a very good photograph beautifully executed and composed. The background is perfectly fitted into the portrait and balanced by the tree on the right. The figure against the building makes a nice T or cross geometric shape which is pleasing and correct. Hollande's demeanor is also elegant and yet not static, and combined with a slight bit of unease a la Avendon. I was surprised at the extent of the lighting though. But I think they might have been filming Depardon as well.