The Book of Mary

A quiet, observant portrait of a child's inner world, restrained yet emotionally resonant.

Directed by

Anne-Marie Miéville

Genres

Drama

Starring

Bruno Cremer, Aurore Clément, Rebecca Hampton

Overview

Marie, eleven years old, is experiencing difficult times. Her parents will separate. The perception of her universe is profoundly disturbed. This exacting portrait of a child immersed in her books, music and dancing casts a dispassionate yet touching eye on the girl's reaction to the new upheaval in her life.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest and warm. Slow-burning and demanding.

About

Family, coming-of-age, isolation, identity

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

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