Short Films Competition

Hatsarana

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At the Akany Avoko Ambohidratrimo reception center in Madagascar, children face everyday life with radiant strength. Their days, filled with games, songs, and spontaneous bursts of energy, reveal a deep, subtle beauty. Through their simple gestures, laughter, and quiet courage, a world emerges where joy endures despite hardship.

Lucie de Saint-Etienne

biography

I have been filming and editing since childhood, driven by a desire to capture the beauty of everyday moments. Influenced by French cinema—from Klapisch to Toledano & Nakache—I develop a sensitive, character-driven approach, focusing on stories where characters reveal their inner strength and light.

Credits
  • Directing : Lucie de Saint-Etienne
  • Script : Lucie de Saint-Etienne
  • Editing : Lucie de Saint-Etienne
  • Production : Y'r Pleut Production

Un immense merci : - aux enfants et au personnel du Centre d'Akany Avoko Ambohidratrimo pour leur accueil exceptionnel, - aux bénévoles de cette mission humanitaire, - à Ici Normandie pour la mise à disposition du studio et la qualité du travail de leurs techniciens, - au Studio Pélican pour leurs conseils et le mixage du film.

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