MARINETTE
SYNOPSIS
From the first time she kicked a ball, Marinette Pichon's life would revolve around soccer. Although her hometown in rural France didn't have a girls' team, her talent spoke for itself, and staying focused on the ball helped keep Marinette distracted from a toxic home life. As she ages out of the local boys' team, she is spotted by a talent scout and invited to play for the national women's team. Her home life deteriorates as her career takes off, but since female soccer players weren't (and still aren't) recognized as professionals in France, there's a limit to how far she can go. Incensed by this injustice and tired of battling competitive teammates, she jumps at an exciting offer to sign with a professional team in Philadelphia, becoming the first French player to do so.
Festival Publicity - Tribeca Film Festival
North American Premiere
France - Drama - 104 mins - 2023
Directed by Virginie Verrier - Produced by Vigo Films
International Sales: Pulsar Content, HAGO Film
Official Selection: Tribeca Film Festival 2023
IN THE PRESS…
“A fascinating film, paying fully deserved tribute to an exceptional woman and a pioneer in many respects.”
“Verrier tours the critical moments in Pichon’s life in a slick and swiftly paced manner.”
“A ruthless and thrilling soccer epic.”
— Cultured
“Another great performance from Garance Marillier that highlights the massive talent she is.”
“Marillier’s dependably strong performance carries the film and provides a fitting tribute to a pioneer of the women’s game.”