81/100
The film feels trapped in an idyllic place, far away from urban life, and there, Laure can become Mickael: the depiction of transsexuality is peculiar, especially given the young age of the main character, and there, the moral dilemma arises: at the age of 9, are you really mature enough to understand such an important part of yourself? Or is it maybe a feeling of envy for the boys, or a hate for your body? Celine Sciamma doesn't provide answers but simply represents, through a beautiful direction and amazing leads, the struggles of growing up, the conflict between your family life and your friendship life and what is overall a secret place where you can be yourself.
81/100
The film feels trapped in an idyllic place, far away from urban life, and there, Laure can become Mickael: the depiction of transsexuality is peculiar, especially given the young age of the main character, and there, the moral dilemma arises: at the age of 9, are you really mature enough to understand such an important part of yourself? Or is it maybe a feeling of envy for the boys, or a hate for your body? Celine Sciamma doesn't provide answers but simply represents, through a beautiful direction and amazing leads, the struggles of growing up, the conflict between your family life and your friendship life and what is overall a secret place where you can be yourself.