A Dozen Summers
A Dozen Summers

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A Dozen Summers

2015
Movie
82 min
English

Maisie and Daisy McCormack are two ordinary 12-year-olds finding their way through life in the 21st century. Oh, and they may have just hijacked a movie.

Insights

IMDb6.6/10
Director: Jan GressGenres: Documentary, Family

Plot Summary

This documentary follows four children over the course of twelve summers, capturing their growth, changing friendships, and evolving perspectives on life. It offers an intimate look at childhood and the passage of time.

Critical Reception

A Dozen Summers was generally well-received by critics, who praised its honest and touching portrayal of childhood and its unique longitudinal approach. Audiences appreciated the film's emotional resonance and its ability to evoke nostalgia.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of childhood development.

  • Appreciated for its emotional depth and observational style.

  • Noted for its sensitive handling of the passage of time and friendships.

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Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Documentary at the European Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was shot over a period of 12 years, with director Jan Gress capturing the lives of the four children as they grew up.

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**About the twin girls, a documentary-style feature film.** This is a very unique film, at least the presentation, but the story was plain. More like a documentary film where it revolves around two twin sisters aged 12 and they decide to...