Schoolgirls (2020)

Schoolgirls (2020) poster

In early 1990s Spain, eleven-year-old Celia lives with her mother and studies at a convent school in Zaragoza. When Brisa, a confident new classmate from Barcelona, arrives, Celia is drawn into a world that challenges the strict religious teachings and sheltered life she has known. Their friendship pushes her to confront hidden truths at home and the uncertainties of adolescence, leading her to explore questions of identity, independence, and belonging.

Director: Pilar Palomero
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 97 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Carlos Naya
Cinematography: Daniela Cajías
Editing: Sofia Escudé
Production: Aragón TV, BTeam Pictures, Inicia Films, TVE
Country: Spain
Language: Español
Budget: $1M
Original Language: es

Themes

Youth and Joyful Discoveries, The Complexity of Mother-Daughter Bonds, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Growing Pains and Joyful Discoveries, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery

Keywords

puberty, adolescence, female friendship, coming of age, catholic school, convent school, schoolgirl, pre-teen, religious community, mother daughter relationship, girlhood, catholic schoolgirl, zaragoza

Trailer

Schoolgirls Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Schoolgirls about?
In early 1990s Spain, eleven-year-old Celia lives with her mother and studies at a convent school in Zaragoza. When Brisa, a confident new classmate from Barcelona, arrives, Celia is drawn into a world that challenges the strict religious teachings and sheltered life she has known. Their friendship pushes her to confront hidden truths at home and the uncertainties of adolescence, leading her to explore questions of identity, independence, and belonging.
Who directed Schoolgirls?
Schoolgirls was directed by Pilar Palomero.
Who stars in Schoolgirls?
Schoolgirls stars Andrea Fandos, Natalia de Molina, Zoé Arnao, Julia Sierra, Francesca Piñón, Leonor Bruna.
How long is Schoolgirls?
Schoolgirls has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).
What genre is Schoolgirls?
Schoolgirls is a Drama film.
What is the budget of Schoolgirls?
Schoolgirls had a budget of $1M.
Where was Schoolgirls produced?
Schoolgirls was produced in Spain.
What are the themes of Schoolgirls?
The themes of Schoolgirls include: Youth and Joyful Discoveries, The Complexity of Mother-Daughter Bonds, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Growing Pains and Joyful Discoveries, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.