HOLY COW - KINOMANIA 2024
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Year: 2024
Production: European
KINOMANIA 2024
HOLY COW / VINGT DIEUX - France, 2024, 90‘
Director: Louise Courvoisier
Cast: Maïwene Barthelemy (Marie-Lise), Dimitri Baudry (Francis), Mathis Bernard (Jean-Yves),
Lucas Marillier (Pierrick)
Cannes – Un Certain Regard - Youth Prize
In Louise Courvoisier's feature film debut, a teenager’s carefree days of drinking beers and partying in the idyllic French countryside are interrupted when he must care for his 7-year-old sister and find a way to support the two of them. His solution? To craft the best Comté cheese and win 30,000 euros, along with a prestigious gold medal, at an agricultural competition.
Holy Cow is a sweet and uplifting coming-of-age story, capturing the essence of friendship, first love, and the struggles of growing up without parents. Courvoisier's masterful simplicity and authenticity bring a refreshing comedic touch to themes often steeped in drama. The film delves into youth culture, employment challenges, and the cherished traditions of cheese-making, all while highlighting the importance of family, friendship, and love.emarkable.
