Rosetta
Director: Jean-Pierre Dardenne, Luc Dardenne
Actors: Émilie Dequenne, Fabrizio Rongione, Anne Yernaux
PlotA young woman, desperate for stability, struggles fiercely to maintain employment while living with her alcoholic mother in a trailer park. Despite her tireless efforts, she frequently faces rejection and the threat of poverty looms over her life. Her determination to secure a job is propelled by a fierce desire to escape her dire circumstances and lead a dignified existence. As she moves from one menial job to another, she encounters numerous obstacles that test her resilience and willpower.
Her life takes a turn when she befriends a kind-hearted waffle seller who offers her a glimpse of hope. However, the pressure to support herself and her mother strains her morally, forcing her to make difficult choices. The young woman wrestles with her conflicting emotions and ethical dilemmas, as she strives to carve out a better future. Her tenacious pursuit of stability and independence paints a poignant picture of the struggles faced by those living on the fringes of society.
Writers: Jean-Pierre Dardenne, Luc Dardenne
Release Date: 22 Sep 1999
Runtime: 95 min
Rating: R
Country: France, Belgium
Language: French
Home Video Reviews
Rosetta is an intensely powerful film, expertly restored by Criterion with excellent video and audio quality, though it offers limited but insightful special features.
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