Sister

Sister (L’enfant D’en Haut)

Switzerland, 2012, 97’
Director: Ursula Meier
Cast: Léa Seydoux, Kacey Mottet Klein, Martin Compston
Language: French, English

This drama set in a luxurious ski resort in Switzerland, pursues the life of Simon, a twelve year-old boy living with his unemployed sister in an industrial town at the skirts of the Alps. Simon supports his sister and himself by going up the mountain with the lift every day, stealing equipment from wealthy tourists on their skiing vacations and selling them downtown. Simon’s dealings are upset by a crook he meets. L’enfant D’en Haut is an important candidate with its strong plot and acting.

Past Programs
The Foreigners of the Oscars
January 10–20, 2013