Not the Girl, Not Her
Masaya Kotani is an associate professor at a university who has led an unremarkable life. One day, however, he has a series of chance encounters with Reiko Nonoyama, a woman who attends the university where Masaya works, and they become interested in each other. They say a miracle happens when coincidences happen three times in a row. Masaya tries to keep his distance from Reiko, but is drawn in by her natural charm, and falls deeper and deeper into the swamp of love…
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Plot Summary
A young Senegalese woman named Mariama dreams of a better life and tries to navigate the complexities of immigration and survival in Italy. Facing numerous obstacles, she forms bonds and seeks opportunities in a new and often unforgiving environment. The film follows her journey as she strives to forge her own path and define her identity.
Critical Reception
Not the Girl, Not Her received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its authentic portrayal of the immigrant experience and its strong lead performance. Audiences also connected with its emotional depth and social commentary.
What Reviewers Say
- A compelling and intimate look at the struggles and resilience of a young immigrant woman.
- Jonas Carpignano delivers a powerful and empathetic narrative with a standout performance from Khadija Jalloh.
- The film is lauded for its raw honesty and its ability to shed light on underrepresented stories.
Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's emotional impact and its realistic depiction of the challenges faced by immigrants. Many viewers found the story inspiring and praised the director's sensitive approach.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Golden Leopard at the Locarno Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Italy and Senegal, with many of the cast members being non-professional actors from the communities depicted.
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