TOMBOY

Set during a Parisian summer, 10-year-old Laure moves into a new neighborhood with her family. She decides to present herself as a boy named 'Mikael' to fit in with the local kids and particularly to connect with the adventurous Lisa. As Mikael, Laure experiences a thrilling summer of friendship and budding romance, but the secret becomes increasingly difficult to maintain.

Tomboy was widely acclaimed by critics for its sensitive and nuanced exploration of gender identity and childhood. The film was praised for its naturalistic performances, particularly from its young lead, and its empathetic portrayal of a child navigating complex feelings about self-expression. It resonated with audiences for its poignant and thought-provoking narrative.

• Praised for its sensitive and nuanced handling of gender identity and childhood.

• Lauded for its naturalistic performances, especially from the young lead.

• Appreciated for its poignant and thought-provoking exploration of self-discovery.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly appreciated the film's sensitive portrayal of childhood and gender exploration, highlighting its emotional resonance and the authentic performances of the young cast. Many found it to be a moving and important story.

Nominated for the Teddy Award for Best Feature Film at the 61st Berlin International Film Festival.

Director Céline Sciamma chose to cast a girl in the lead role of Laure/Mikael, as she felt it was crucial to portray the character's internal experience from a female perspective, rather than using a boy to play a girl pretending to be a boy.