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Camille Rewinds
Camille was only sixteen and still in high school when she fell in love with Eric, another student. They later married and a child and were happy for a while. But now twenty-five years have passed and Eric leaves her for a younger woman. Bitter and desperate Camille drinks so much liquor at a New Year Eve's party that she falls into an ethylic coma and she finds herself... propelled into her own past! Camille is sixteen again when she wakes up this morning, her parents are not dead anymore and she must go to school, where she will meet her schoolmates and, of course, Eric. Is she going to fall for him again and... be miserable twenty-five years later? Or will she avoid him with the result never having her beloved daughter? Who ever said that time traveling was fun?
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Plot Summary
Camille, a 16-year-old girl, is sent back in time to her final year of high school. She finds herself in the body of her 40-year-old mother, who is attending a reunion of her own high school class. Camille must navigate the complexities of adolescence, family dynamics, and the unexpected realization that her mother was once a teenage girl just like her.
Critical Reception
Camille Rewinds was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its inventive premise, heartfelt performances, and insightful exploration of memory and identity. Critics lauded Noémie Lvovsky's direction for its blend of humor and poignancy.
What Reviewers Say
A charming and clever exploration of adolescent angst and parental relationships.
Lvovsky masterfully blends comedy and drama, creating a relatable and touching narrative.
The film's unique premise allows for a fresh perspective on coming-of-age themes.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Screenplay at the César Awards.
Fun Fact
The film's narrative structure, with its time-travel element, was inspired by director Noémie Lvovsky's own reflections on her past and her relationship with her mother.
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