Supernova (2014)
Release Year: 2014
Nation: Netherlands
Alternative Title: Sasou shojo
Director: Tamar van den Dop
Writer: Tamar van den Dop
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Marc Bary, Raymond van der Kaaij, Herbert Schwering, Eurydice Gysel
Companies: Coin Film, IJswater Films, Revolver Amsterdam
Genre: Drama
Budget: €1,400,000 (estimated)
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
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Keywords
Keywords: woman director
Story
Supernova tells the story of Meis, a fifteen-year-old girl living in a remote area who longs for a grand life beyond her mundane surroundings. She spends her days waiting for something significant to happen, with her only source of excitement being the occasional car that crashes into the front of her house. The film captures the monotony and tedium of Meis' everyday existence, as she yearns for change and stimulation.
Summary
Directed by Tamar van den Dop, Supernova is a Dutch drama that explores themes of youth, boredom, and the longing for something more in life. Set in an isolated location, the film offers a snapshot into the monotonous life of its protagonist, Meis, who finds herself stuck in her surroundings with few outlets for expression or growth. The film's title, Supernova, hints at the possibility of explosive change and transformation amidst the mundane.
