Softie (2022)
1h 33m | PG-13
Ten-year-old Johnny stands out from his family and his tough neighborhood in Eastern France. He's sensitive, intelligent and interested in all kinds of things way beyond his years. With curiosity, he observes the ups and downs of his young single mother's turbulent love life. Things change when a new teacher, fresh from the big city, takes over Johnny's class. Mr. Adamski believes in Johnny and wants to open a new world to him. The sophisticated young teacher also intrigues the boy.
Director: Samuel Theis
Studio: Avenue B Productions
Genre: Drama
Video: 720p
Cast
Aliocha Reinert
as Johnny Jung
Antoine Reinartz
as Jean Adamski
Izïa Higelin
as Nora
Mélissa Olexa
as Sonia
Abdel Benchendikh
as Yliès
Jade Schwartz
as Mélissa
Reviews
There's nothing new about a gay coming of age film. We've seen good ones before. Yet, this one has a peculiar and very real twist that makes it special. The story is told beautifully by Samuel Theis, and Aliocha Reinert is just incredible in this role.