Tomboy (2011) movie poster

Tomboy (2011)

"There's a new kid in town."
ThumbScore
👍 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 85% (RT: 96%, MC: 74) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

Where to Watch

Streaming
Criterion Channel
Director
Céline Sciamma
Runtime
1h 22m
Country
France
Language
French
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (743 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
Metacritic
74
Cast
Zoé Héran as Laure / Mickaël
Malonn Lévana as Jeanne
Sophie Cattani as La mère
Mathieu Demy as Le père
Yohan Vero as Vince
Noah Vero as Noah
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 743 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 85%.
Overview
Ten-year-old Laure isn't like most girls. She prefers football to dolls and sweaters to dresses. When Laure and her family move to a new neighbourhood, local girl Lisa mistakes Laure for a boy. Indulging in this exciting new identity, Laure becomes Mickaël, and so begins a summer of long sunny afternoons, playground games and first kisses. Yet with the school term fast approaching, and with suspicions arising amongst friends and family, Laure must face up to an uncertain future. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Zoé Héran spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2011 among dedicated fans.
  • Céline Sciamma cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Tomboy is a 2011 drama film directed by Céline Sciamma. Ten-year-old Laure isn't like most girls. She prefers football to dolls and sweaters to dresses.

When Laure and her family move to a new neighbourhood, local girl Lisa mistakes Laure for a boy. Indulging in this exciting new identity, Laure becomes Mickaël, and so begins a summer of long sunny afternoons, playground games and first kisses. Yet with the school term fast approaching, and with suspicions arising amongst friends and family, Laure must face up to an uncertain future.

The film has been rated by 743 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Tomboy delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Tomboy (2011) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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