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Reinventing Marvin (2017)
Director: Anne Fontaine
Cast: Finnegan Oldfield, Jules Porier, Catherine Mouchet, Isabelle Huppert
6.9
58%Runtime115 min
Rating15
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Telling the true story of Marvin Bijou, a young boy from a working-class family in a small village, who suffers constant bullying at school and home for being ‘different’ – too sensitive and too feminine. A chance encounter with a drama teacher opens the doors to a world that offers him the chance to escape his situation.
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Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Anne Fontaine, Reinventing Marvin (2017) is a poignant and deeply moving drama that offers a powerful exploration of identity, resilience, and the transformative power of the arts. With standout performances from Finnegan Oldfield and Isabelle Huppert, the film provides a sensitive and nuanced portrayal of a young man's journey to self-discovery, making it a must-see for fans of character-driven stories that celebrate the human spirit.
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Reinventing Marvin is a 2017 French drama film directed by Anne Fontaine. It screened in the Horizons section of the 74th Venice International Film Festival on 2 September 2017, and won the Queer Lion.
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