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1981

Directed by Ricardo Trogi
Film Movement
2009
102 Minutes
Canada
French
Coming of Age, Comedy, Drama, Romance, Family
French Language, Coming of Age, Conflict Resolution, Education, Community
Not Rated
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This cheeky, coming-of-age comedy tells the story of 11-year-old Ricardo, who struggles to fit in at his new school in 1981. With a flare for inventiveness and a desperate desire to impress his classmates, Ricardo weaves a web of untruths, which he must carefully maintain to keep up appearances for his new friends. But when reality finally catches up with him, Ricardo is forced to come to terms with his true self.

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DVD Features

Bonus Short: Lupe and Bruno directed by Marc Riba and Anna Solanas

Discs: 1

  • Highest Rating
    "This is a film that belongs on your 'Must-See' list if you were ever 11 years old and made it to adulthood!"
    Cynthia Corral, Cinequest

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Awards & Recognition

Official Selection
Karlovy Vary Int'l Film Festival
Official Selection
Montreal World Film Festival
Official Selection
Palm Springs Int'l Film Festival
Official Selection
Pusan Int'l Film Festival
Nominated
Best Actor
Genie Awards (Canadian Oscars®)
Official Selection
Edmonton Int'l Film Festival
Official Selection
Maine Int'l Film Festival
Official Selection
Martha's Vineyard Film Festival
Official Selection
St. Louis Int'l Film Festival
Official Selection
Sedona Int'l Film Festival

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