
Overview
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.
Fun facts
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Music
Music by Philippe Sarde
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Cinematography
Cinematography by Caroline Champetier
Details
- Director
- Writer
- Jacques DoillonWriter
- Status
- Released
- Release date
- September 25, 1996
- Original language
- French
- Countries
- France





























