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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