Softie (2022)
Ten-year-old Johnny stands out from his family and his tough neighborhood in Eastern France. He's sensitive, intelligent and interested in all kinds of things way beyond his years. With curiosity, he observes the ups and downs of his young single mother's turbulent love life. Things change when a new teacher, fresh from the big city, takes over Johnny's class. Mr. Adamski believes in Johnny and wants to open a new world to him. The sophisticated young teacher also intrigues the boy.
Director: Samuel Theis
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 93 min
Release Date: March 9, 2022
Cast
- Aliocha Reinert - Johnny Jung
- Antoine Reinartz - Jean Adamski
- Izïa Higelin - Nora
- Mélissa Olexa - Sonia
- Abdel Benchendikh - Yliès
- Jade Schwartz - Mélissa
- Romande Esch - Dylan's girlfriend
- Meresia Litzenburger - Mérésia
- Danielle Dalhem - School director
- Maïa Quesmand - Camille
Screenplay
Music: Ulysse Klotz
Cinematography: Jacques Girault
Editing: Esther Lowe, Nicolas Desmaison
Production: Avenue B Productions, France 3 Cinéma
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Themes
Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery
Keywords
coming of age, lgbt, lgbt child
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Softie about?
- Ten-year-old Johnny stands out from his family and his tough neighborhood in Eastern France. He's sensitive, intelligent and interested in all kinds of things way beyond his years. With curiosity, he observes the ups and downs of his young single mother's turbulent love life. Things change when a new teacher, fresh from the big city, takes over Johnny's class. Mr. Adamski believes in Johnny and wants to open a new world to him. The sophisticated young teacher also intrigues the boy.
- Who directed Softie?
- Softie was directed by Samuel Theis.
- Who stars in Softie?
- Softie stars Aliocha Reinert, Antoine Reinartz, Izïa Higelin, Mélissa Olexa, Abdel Benchendikh, Jade Schwartz.
- How long is Softie?
- Softie has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).
- What genre is Softie?
- Softie is a Drama film.
- Where was Softie produced?
- Softie was produced in France.
- What are the themes of Softie?
- The themes of Softie include: Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.