Petite Maman
Petite Maman
“ Experience a fairytale of wonder and innocence. ”
CINEMA2021-06-02
DIGITAL2021-09-15
RegionFR
Runtime72 MIN
Media TypeMovie
PRODUCTION COMPANIES
Storyline
After the death of her beloved grandmother, eight-year-old Nelly meets a strangely familiar girl her own age in the woods. Instantly forming a connection with this mysterious new friend, Nelly embarks on a fantastical journey of discovery which helps her come to terms with this newfound loss.
DIRECTOR / Director
Céline Sciamma
KEYWORDS
griefmagic realismchildhoodwoman directormother daughter relationship
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