Amanda is a French drama film that explores the complexities of family, love, and loss. The film opens with David, a young man living in Paris who struggles to make ends meet by doing odd jobs. He meets Lena, a woman who has recently moved to Paris, and the two quickly develop a deep connection.
However, their budding romance is cut short when David's sister suddenly passes away, leaving him to care for his 7-year-old niece Amanda. David is forced to navigate the challenges of being a single parent while also coping with his own grief and trauma.
As David and Amanda try to adjust to their new lives, they find themselves leaning on each other for support. However, their world is turned upside down once again when a tragic event occurs, leaving David to once again question everything he thought he knew about life, love, and family.
Amanda is a poignant and emotionally charged film that explores the many layers of human relationships. It was directed by Mikhaël Hers and stars Vincent Lacoste, Stacy Martin, and Isaure Multrier. The film won the Special Jury Prize at the 2018 Venice Film Festival.
