The Hedgehog (2009)
Let Life In.
Paloma is a serious and highly articulate but deeply bored 11-year-old who has decided to kill herself on her 12th birthday. Fascinated by art and philosophy, she questions and documents her life and immediate circle, drawing trenchant and often hilarious observations on the world around her. But as her appointment with death approaches, Paloma finally meets some kindred spirits in her building's grumpy janitor and an enigmatic, elegant neighbor, both of whom inspire Paloma to question her rather pessimistic outlook on life.
Director: Mona Achache
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: July 1, 2009
Cast
- Josiane Balasko - Renée Michel
- Garance Le Guillermic - Paloma Josse
- Togo Igawa - Kakuro Ozu
- Anne Brochet - Solange Josse
- Ariane Ascaride - Manuela Lopez
- Wladimir Yordanoff - Paul Josse
- Sarah Le Picard - Colombe Josse
- Jean-Luc Porraz - Jean-Pierre, tramp
- Mona Heftre - Mrs. Meurisse
- Gisèle Casadesus - Mrs. de Broglie
Screenplay
- Muriel Barbery (Novel)
- Mona Achache
Music: Gabriel Yared
Cinematography: Patrick Blossier
Editing: Julia Grégory
Production: Eagle Pictures, Les Films des Tournelles, France 2 Cinéma, Pathé, Topaze Bleue
Country: France, Italy
Language: 日本語, Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
goldfish, death of neighbor, bookcase, parisian, distinguished gentleman, insightful, suicidal thoughts, dancing in the street, woman director, kids
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Hedgehog about?
- Paloma is a serious and highly articulate but deeply bored 11-year-old who has decided to kill herself on her 12th birthday. Fascinated by art and philosophy, she questions and documents her life and immediate circle, drawing trenchant and often hilarious observations on the world around her. But as her appointment with death approaches, Paloma finally meets some kindred spirits in her building's grumpy janitor and an enigmatic, elegant neighbor, both of whom inspire Paloma to question her rather pessimistic outlook on life.
- Who directed The Hedgehog?
- The Hedgehog was directed by Mona Achache.
- Who stars in The Hedgehog?
- The Hedgehog stars Josiane Balasko, Garance Le Guillermic, Togo Igawa, Anne Brochet, Ariane Ascaride, Wladimir Yordanoff.
- How long is The Hedgehog?
- The Hedgehog has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is The Hedgehog?
- The Hedgehog is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was The Hedgehog produced?
- The Hedgehog was produced in France, Italy.