Ponette (1996)
Ponette is a 1996 French-language drama movie directed by Jacques Doillon, with a running time of 1h 37m. It stars Victoire Thivisol, Matiaz Bureau Caton and Delphine Schiltz.
After losing her mother in a car accident that leaves her with a broken arm, 4-year-old Ponette struggles with anguish and fear. Left by her father with a caring aunt and her children, Ponette grieves, secretly hoping her mother will somehow come back. Confused by the religious explanations provided by adults, and challenged by the cruel taunts of a few children at school, little Ponette must make her way through her emotional turmoil.
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What is Ponette about?
After losing her mother in a car accident that leaves her with a broken arm, 4-year-old Ponette struggles with anguish and fear. Left by her father with a caring aunt and her children, Ponette grieves, secretly hoping her mother will somehow come back. Confused by the religious explanations provided by adults, and challenged by the cruel taunts of a few children at school, little Ponette must make her way through her emotional turmoil.
When was Ponette released?
Ponette was released on 25 September 1996.
How long is Ponette?
Ponette runs 1h 37m.
Who made Ponette?
Ponette was directed by Jacques Doillon.
Cast
- Victoire Thivisol as Ponette
- Matiaz Bureau Caton as Matiaz
- Delphine Schiltz as Delphine
- Léopoldine Serre as Ada
- Luckie Royer as Luce
- Carla Ibled as Carla
- Antoine du Merle as Antoine
- Marie Trintignant as La Mère
- Claire Nebout as La Tante
- Aurélie Vérillon as Aurélie
- Xavier Beauvois as Le Père
- Henri Berthon as L'Instituteur