Critically revered auteur Céline Sciamma‘s latest offering Petite Maman (2021), a mystical and moving take on mother-daughter relationships is now streaming exclusively on MUBI. Currently basking in the glory of it’s Bafta and Critics awards nominations, Petite Maman is that endearing relationship drama you’re craving for this weekend.
Known for her exemplary knack at creating women-centric stories, Sciamma explores a mother-daughter relationship in a grounded, highly personal yet simple manner in Petite Maman. She uses magical realism as a tool to equip the narrative’s child-like enthusiasm.
The little element of fantasy in the story finds a greater bearing as Sciamma’s central characters are 8 year old Marion and Nelly who are caught in a typhoon of questions. Petite Maman, just like her previous acclaimed outings Portrait of a Lady On Fire, Tomboy, Water Lilies and Girlhood speaks right from a very delicate yet intimate space. Spearheaded by exceptional performances from child actors Gabrielle Sanz and Josephine Sanz.
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