Ponette(1996)

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.

Genre: Drama

Director: Jacques Doillon

Actors: Victoire Thivisol, Delphine Schiltz, Matiaz Bureau Caton, Léopoldine Serre, Marie Trintignant, Xavier Beauvois, Claire Nebout, Aurélie Vérillon, Henri Berthon, Carla Ibled

Release date: 1996-09-25

Country of origin: France

Length: 1h 37m

Ratings:

• 7.5/10
• 92%