Reinventing Marvin (2017) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2017 · 115 mins · French

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Directed by

Anne Fontaine

Starring

Isabelle Huppert, Catherine Salée, Vincent Macaigne, Charles Berling, Finnegan Oldfield, India Hair

Marvin Bijou is a sensitive and feminine young boy growing up in a working-class village, enduring constant bullying at both school and home. His life takes a turn when he meets a drama teacher, who introduces him to the world of theatre. This offers Marvin a chance to escape the difficulties he faces and explore his identity in a supportive environment, ultimately helping him find acceptance and self-confidence.