Ponette

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.

Director: Jacques Doillon

Cast: Victoire Thivisol, Matiaz Bureau Caton, Delphine Schiltz, Léopoldine Serre, Luckie Royer, Carla Ibled, Antoine du Merle, Marie Trintignant

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