Movie spotlight
Tomboy
Ten-year-old Laure isn't like most girls. She prefers football to dolls and sweaters to dresses. When Laure and her family move to a new neighbourhood, local girl Lisa mistakes Laure for a boy. Indulging in this exciting new identity, Laure becomes Mickaël, and so begins a summer of long sunny afternoons, playground games and first kisses. Yet with the school term fast approaching, and with suspicions arising amongst friends and family, Laure must face up to an uncertain future.
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Plot Summary
Ten-year-old Laure moves to a new neighborhood with her family during the summer holidays. Adopting the name "Mickaël" and pretending to be a boy, Laure navigates the complexities of fitting in and forming friendships. The film explores themes of gender identity, childhood innocence, and the pressures of social perception during a formative period.
Critical Reception
Tomboy was widely acclaimed by critics for its sensitive and nuanced portrayal of childhood gender exploration. Reviewers praised Sciamma's direction, the naturalistic performances of the young cast, and its thought-provoking exploration of identity and societal expectations.
What Reviewers Say
A tender and remarkably insightful exploration of childhood identity.
Praised for its naturalistic acting and subtle direction.
Thought-provoking examination of gender and societal expectations.
Google audience: Audiences widely appreciated the film's sensitive handling of a complex subject, highlighting the authentic performances and emotional resonance.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Teddy Award at the Berlin International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The lead role of Laure/Mickaël was intentionally cast with a young actress who was not yet aware of her own gender identity at the time of filming to capture a more authentic performance.
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