Sister (L'enfant d'en haut)
Katara Cinema
/ Feature Narrative / Switzerland, France / 2012 / Colour
In English, French / Arabic, English subtitles
MENA Premiere
Rated: Mature subject matter. Not suitable for minors. Individuals under the age of 18 are not admitted into cinemas.
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Synopsis
Twelve year old Simon lives in the valley below a luxury ski resort with his sister. Every day, he takes the ski-lift to the opulent world above, stealing equipment from wealthy tourists to resell to the local kids back down. As he partners with a crooked British seasonal worker, Simon loses his boundaries, which affects the relationship with his sister. Confronted with a truth they had both been escaping, Simon seeks refuge above. Set against the striking canvas of the Swiss Alps, this compelling and internationally heralded coming-of-age drama premiered at the 2012 Berlin International Film Festival where it won the Silver Bear.