Scale Model Sadness (1987)
Jeannot has Down’s Syndrome. Living in a claustrophobic suburban setting, he is treated like a child by his parents and denied any responsibilities of his own. Things change when a young woman named Pauline is hired to take care of Jeannot, and his world opens up beyond the restrictive one imposed upon him.
Director: Robert Morin
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 83 min
Release Date: January 1, 1987
Cast
- Yvon Leduc - Jeannot
- Gisèle Dufour - Maman
- Marcia Pilote - Pauline
- Patrice Coquereau - François
- Marc Legault - Dad
Cinematography: Jean-Pierre St-Louis
Production: Coop Vidéo de Montréal, ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Themes
Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son
Keywords
quebec, down syndrome, suburb, family
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Scale Model Sadness about?
- Jeannot has Down’s Syndrome. Living in a claustrophobic suburban setting, he is treated like a child by his parents and denied any responsibilities of his own. Things change when a young woman named Pauline is hired to take care of Jeannot, and his world opens up beyond the restrictive one imposed upon him.
- Who directed Scale Model Sadness?
- Scale Model Sadness was directed by Robert Morin.
- Who stars in Scale Model Sadness?
- Scale Model Sadness stars Yvon Leduc, Gisèle Dufour, Marcia Pilote, Patrice Coquereau, Marc Legault.
- How long is Scale Model Sadness?
- Scale Model Sadness has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
- What genre is Scale Model Sadness?
- Scale Model Sadness is a Drama film.
- Where was Scale Model Sadness produced?
- Scale Model Sadness was produced in Canada.
- What are the themes of Scale Model Sadness?
- The themes of Scale Model Sadness include: Sisterhood and Unexpected Betrayal, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son.