Petite Maman

"Petite Maman" has an incredibly brief runtime of exactly 72 minutes. Despite its short length, the film manages to deliver a deeply emotional and poignant story without feeling rushed.

The film was directed by Céline Sciamma, who is best known for her critically acclaimed period romance "Portrait of a Lady on Fire." Sciamma wrote and directed the film as an intimate exploration of motherhood and childhood grief.

The magical realism in "Petite Maman" occurs when the young protagonist, Nelly, meets a girl her own age in the woods who turns out to be her mother as a child. This unique plot device allows Nelly to bond with her mother across time following the death of her grandmother.

Yes, "Petite Maman" had its world premiere at the 2021 Berlin International Film Festival, where it competed for the Golden Bear. It was widely praised by critics for its tender storytelling and the remarkable performances of its child actors.