The Hedgehog (2009)
Original title: Le Hérisson
The Hedgehog is a 2009 French-language comedy movie directed by Mona Achache, with a running time of 1h 40m. It stars Josiane Balasko, Garance Le Guillermic and Togo Igawa.
Paloma is a serious and highly articulate but deeply bored 11-year-old who has decided to kill herself on her 12th birthday. Fascinated by art and philosophy, she questions and documents her life and immediate circle, drawing trenchant and often hilarious observations on the world around her. But as her appointment with death approaches, Paloma finally meets some kindred spirits in her building's grumpy janitor and an enigmatic, elegant neighbor, both of whom inspire Paloma to question her rather pessimistic outlook on life.
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What is The Hedgehog about?
Paloma is a serious and highly articulate but deeply bored 11-year-old who has decided to kill herself on her 12th birthday. Fascinated by art and philosophy, she questions and documents her life and immediate circle, drawing trenchant and often hilarious observations on the world around her. But as her appointment with death approaches, Paloma finally meets some kindred spirits in her building's grumpy janitor and an enigmatic, elegant neighbor, both of whom inspire Paloma to question her rather pessimistic outlook on life.
When was The Hedgehog released?
The Hedgehog was released on 1 July 2009.
How long is The Hedgehog?
The Hedgehog runs 1h 40m.
Who made The Hedgehog?
The Hedgehog was directed by Mona Achache.
Cast
- Josiane Balasko as Renée Michel
- Garance Le Guillermic as Paloma Josse
- Togo Igawa as Kakuro Ozu
- Anne Brochet as Solange Josse
- Ariane Ascaride as Manuela Lopez
- Wladimir Yordanoff as Paul Josse
- Sarah Le Picard as Colombe Josse
- Jean-Luc Porraz as Jean-Pierre, tramp
- Mona Heftre as Mrs. Meurisse
- Gisèle Casadesus as Mrs. de Broglie
- Samuel Achache as Tibère
- Valérie Karsenti as Mother of Tibère