Puppylove

Puppylove

Year: 2013

Runtime: 90 mins

Language: French

Director: Delphine Lehericey

DramaRomance

A spirited young girl forms a close friendship with a teenage boy, and together they navigate a transition away from childhood. Their journey leads them into a world of nightclubs and encounters with unfamiliar adults, exploring themes of independence and the complexities of growing up.

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Trace every key event in Puppylove (2013) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Diane's curious world at home

Diane, a 14-year-old, lives with her father Christian and her younger brother Marc. She is eager to explore her sexuality and tests the boundaries of what her family expects. The home environment sets the stage for the rest of her experiences.

Afternoon Home
2

First boundary test with Antoine

Diane visits Antoine and they attempt to become closer, but they pause when things feel uncomfortable. The moment ends with Antoine taking her home, leaving questions about consent and boundaries.

Evening Antoine's residence
3

Confrontation over inappropriate material

Back at home, Christian confronts Diane about something inappropriate he finds, and Diane resists his attempts to control her behavior. The confrontation creates tension and signals a riskier path ahead.

Evening Home
4

School discussions on virginity

At school, Diane and her friends discuss what losing virginity might feel like, reflecting the social pressures she faces. The topic prompts Diane to examine her own beliefs about sex and relationships.

Day School
5

Diane meets Julia

Diane meets Julia, a new neighbor who shares a similar curiosity and a rebellious streak. The budding friendship introduces a new influence in Diane's life.

Afternoon Neighborhood
6

Preparing for a party and boundaries

Diane invites Julia to a party, and Julia suggests that Diane should not try to control her choices. The item highlights the power dynamics and dependence forming between the two girls.

Evening Diane's home / Party scene
7

Uncomfortable car ride and departure

During a car ride, Julia is about to participate in something risky with others, and Diane leaves the scene when it becomes unsafe. They walk home separately, reflecting on what happened.

Night Car / street
8

Relation dynamics shift at school

Diane is hurt to see Antoine and Julia interacting at school, which strains her friendships and reveals how quickly social bonds can shift. The incident heightens Diane's sense of vulnerability.

Next day School
9

Attention to Diane's safety after practice

After football practice, coaches notice something about Diane's behavior and contact Christian to pick her up, underscoring how adults respond to perceived risk. The event makes Diane more aware of adult oversight.

Post-practice School facility / field
10

Growing closeness and boundary-testing

Diane and Julia's friendship deepens, and they begin to flirt and reveal more personal boundaries. Their closeness tests how far they are willing to go with each other.

Vacation period Various
11

Vacation with families and temptation

On a family vacation, Julia's presence and influence intensify, and Diane faces choices that blend friendship with desire and risk. The trip amplifies the tension between autonomy and family expectations.

Vacation Vacation location
12

Confrontation with adult behavior

During the trip, adult behavior and Julia's provocations create emotional turmoil for Diane, culminating in a confrontation that unsettles her deeply. She starts to question the adults around her.

Evening Trip location
13

Family tension peaks

Diane discovers the extent of the adults' actions and lashes out at her father in a heated moment. Christian apologizes, but the rift between them remains, contributing to Diane's sense of disillusionment.

Evening Car / Home
14

Ending with a dangerous choice

The film closes with Diane standing at a busy road, contemplating her path and the possibility of running away. Her expression blends fear, curiosity, and a strange glimmer of resolve about her future.

Ending Busy road

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