Ken Scott, director of such hit comedies as Starbuck, returns with Ma Mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan, a dramatic comedy that blends emotion and humor. Based on the autobiographical novel by Roland Perez, the film tells of a mother's unshakeable determination to give her son an exceptional life, despite a birth handicap. Leïla Bekhti plays Esther, the courageous mother, while Jonathan Cohen lends his charisma to Roland, her son. Featuring the iconic presence of Sylvie Vartan, Ma Mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan promises to be an ode to maternal love and resilience.
Ma Mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan will hit cinema screens from March 19, 2025.
Synopsis: In 1963, Esther gives birth to Roland, the youngest of a large family. Roland was born with a clubfoot that prevented him from standing upright. Against everyone's advice, she promises her son that he'll walk like everyone else and have a fabulous life. From then on, Esther will do everything in her power to keep this promise. Through decades of hardship and miracles, this film is the story of an incredible destiny and the greatest love of all: a mother's love for her child.
Ma Mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan (My Mother, God and Sylvie Vartan ) will appeal to fans of stories imbued with humanity, where the family bond and resilience take center stage. This film will particularly appeal to those who have enjoyed works such as Roberto Benigni's La vie est belle or Intouchables, where emotion and humor blend harmoniously.
With a story inspired by true events, the film stands out for its ability to treat a poignant subject with subtle lightness. The presence of Leïla Bekhti, an actress adored for her intense performances, and Sylvie Vartan, a legend of French song, will add an extra dimension to the audience's expectations.
Adapted from the novel of the same name by Roland Perez, the film is directed by Ken Scott, known for his talents in both comedy and drama. The collaboration between Leïla Bekhti, Jonathan Cohen and Sylvie Vartan promises a striking chemistry, paying tribute to a touching and inspiring true story. Produced in a setting that carefully reconstructs the decades they lived through, Ma Mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan promises to be an intergenerational film.
With Ma Mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan, Ken Scott offers a funny and moving film about the strength of maternal love in the face of life's challenges. Carried by a brilliant cast, this adaptation of a true story promises to move a wide audience while delivering a universal message of hope and perseverance.
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