French coming-of-age dramedy, set in the Swiss mountains, about a poor boy who supports himself and his sister by pinching...
French coming-of-age dramedy, set in the Swiss mountains, about a poor boy who supports himself and his sister by pinching ski equipment from wealthy resort guests and selling it to the locals. Silver Bear winner at Berlin Film Festival 2012.
"A luxury ski resort in Switzerland. 12-year-old Simon lives in the industrial valley below, with his jobless sister, Louise (Léa Seydoux, Midnight in Paris). Every day, he takes the ski-lift to the opulent ski world above, stealing equipment from the rich tourists to resell to the local kids back down. As he partners with a crooked British seasonal worker, Simon loses his boundaries, which affects the relationship with his sister. Confronted with a truth they had both been escaping, Simon seeks refuge up above." (Berlin Film Festival 2012)
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97 %70 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
75 %2,696 reviewsAudience score rating
"Far from a sociorealist morality tale about the lower class robbing those literally higher up, pic carves out its own unique niche by focusing squarely on the emotional needs of the 12-year-old protag and his titular sibling."
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Variety
Variety"Like her 2008 debut Home, Swiss director Ursula Meier's accomplished follow-up focuses on those living on the margins."
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Total Film
Total Film"An unusual, involving, slightly strained character study."
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Time Out
Time Out"Meier is clearly carving out a path all her own; the next one should be a gem."
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Time Out"A cool yet compassionate look at two people bound by love and shared struggles in a world of haves and have-nots."
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The New York Times
The New York Times"An interesting and well-made movie, though with an uncertain ending."
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The Guardian
The Guardian"A solid coming of age dramedy with strong social undertones."
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Hollywood Reporter
Hollywood ReporterSister (L'enfant d'en haut) | Details
Award winner- Silver Bear (Special Award), Berlin International Film Festival 2012.
- Rating
- M, Mature themes and coarse language
- Runtime
- 97
- Genre
- Drama
- Country of origin
- Switzerland, France
