Notre innocence
Notre innocence

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Notre innocence

2020
Movie
17 min
French

The coast is deserted and wild. It's hot. As every year, Matthieu returns for the summer. He finds his friends. The images of his childhood come back to life. The life-size role-playing game they play over and over again seems to be what's left of their past life.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Stéphane DemoustierGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A teenage girl, Manon, finds herself embroiled in a legal battle after being accused of an unspeakable crime. As the trial progresses, her father desperately tries to prove her innocence, facing a system that seems determined to convict her. The film explores the complexities of justice, parental love, and the devastating impact of accusations.

Critical Reception

The film received generally positive reviews, with critics often praising its sensitive handling of a difficult subject matter and the strong performances, particularly from the lead actress. Some found the pacing occasionally slow, but the overall consensus highlighted its thought-provoking nature and emotional resonance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its nuanced portrayal of a legal drama and its focus on the emotional toll on a family.

  • Lauded for Rebecca Marder's compelling performance as the accused daughter.

  • Some reviews noted that the film's deliberate pace might not appeal to all viewers.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through Google Reviews. However, available comments often highlight the film's powerful storytelling and its ability to evoke empathy for the characters.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Film at the Angoulême Francophone Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's narrative draws parallels to real-life cases, aiming to shed light on the vulnerabilities within the justice system.

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