Charlottetown

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I attended a screening of "Tomboy" at Vancity and found it to be a perfectly delightful experience, like a breath of fresh air. It was like having a window into the lives of those children. The naturalness of it all brought back so many memories from my own childhood experiences. I loved the kind sensitivity of the parents, and, I felt the sting of the face slap, both from the Laure's and her mother's perspective. Her mom's tears clearly demonstrated instant regret about her response to the news of Mikael's (Laure's) behaviour. The closing few frames, showing Laure's smile, was an illustration of the resilience of childhood relationships when 'well meaning' parents don't get in the way. I can't wait to purchase the BluRay or DVD as soon as it is released here in Canada. Any idea when that will be?

10/10
canadianeh@ - first review
19.12.2011 - age: 50+

This is one movie that pushes our boundaries to new heights. Explore this question: was there a 'better solution'? Will there be better options for children facing the same dilemma? Superb cinematography; the little sister's acting is incredible. Asonishingly insightful, a must see by every parent having young children (and others of course)!

10/10
thirdeyeing...@ - 5 reviews
3.12.2011 - age: 36-49

A really beautiful film. Surprisingly funny. Very dear. The film centers on children most of the time. They live such complex things in such an innocent, pure way. The two main characters, Laure / Michaël and their little sister Jeanne steal every scene they're in. Both give amazing performances. A really beautiful film that shows what society complicates/dictates (gender identity) is much less of an issue through the eyes of a 5 year old (as it should be for all of us)

9/10
kristinmatte@ - 35 reviews
15.10.2011 - age: 26-35

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