CinemaOSMovie · 2010 · 2h 22m

The Hand of the Butterfly

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Fourth film in the Mafrouza series. Two events mark the early winter in Mafrouza: the birth of a boy and a young woman's engagement. Within their homes, the intimate and the holy, cries, whispers and rituals: individuals' destinies are taking shape. Amidst the familial agitation, each finds their own way to live. Through their actions, but also through what they say, summoning the imaginary to reflect on reality, make it livable, and speaking of life, death and gender roles.

Directed byEmmanuelle Demoris

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Runtime
2h 22m
Language
FR
Released
August 12, 2010

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