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Nono
Whenever the schoolchildren sing the national anthem eight-year-old Toto is asked to keep quiet. He has a cleft lip and his garbled voice always makes everyone laugh. But this boy from the slums is a battler and not so easily daunted. His mate is a little boy who is hard of hearing; when these two are on the prowl together even the bruiser next door doesn’t bother them. Toto’s mother can’t really look after her son much. She’s got too much on her plate trying to manage her men. She dreams of going to Japan to work as a geisha. But if push comes to shove Toto can always depend on his headstrong yet warm-hearted mother. She even supports his somewhat ludicrous plan to take part in a public speaking contest.
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Plot Summary
A shy, sensitive young man named Nono, living in Paris, finds himself adrift after his girlfriend leaves him. He embarks on a journey of self-discovery, navigating relationships and his own insecurities. The film explores themes of love, loss, and the search for identity in contemporary urban life.
Critical Reception
Nono received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising Mathieu Demy's sensitive portrayal and the film's intimate exploration of a young man's emotional journey. Some found the narrative a bit slow-paced, but generally, it was appreciated for its authenticity and understated charm.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its subtle character study and relatable depiction of early adulthood struggles.
Some critics noted a lack of strong narrative momentum.
Appreciated for its quiet, observational style and emotional resonance.
Google audience: Audience reception information for 'Nono (2011)' on Google is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Mathieu Demy, who directs and stars in 'Nono', is the son of renowned filmmaker Agnès Varda and director Jacques Demy, making 'Nono' a passion project within a celebrated filmmaking family.
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