Pauline & Paulette

Pauline & Paulette

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Release Date

6/27/2001

Runtime

78 mins

Overview

Pauline is a 'little girl of 66 years old'. She is mentally retarded and been cared after by her sister Martha. When Martha dies, her two younger sisters, Paulette and Cecile have to make a decision on the best place for Pauline to be looked after. Neither of them is ready to take care of her. Paulette has a shop to look after and Cecile has her Albert. But according to Martha's last will, her fortune will only be divided in three equal parts if one of the sisters looks after Pauline. If they decide to take her to an institution, Pauline will be the only heir.

Status

Released

Original Language

Dutch

Budget

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Revenue

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A quietly funny and touching exploration of family obligation and self-discovery, following three sisters navigating what care means when love and inheritance collide.

Mood

BittersweetWistfulContemplative

Themes

FamilyGriefIdentity

Tone

Ironic

Pacing

Meditative

Look

NaturalisticDocumentary-like

Structure

Linear

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