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Needle Park Baby 2020

Original title: Platzspitzbaby

My mother, her drugs and I

IMDb 7.21,175TMDB 6.928101 min

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Synopsis

Spring 1995 - after the closure of the Needle Park and the public drug scene in Zurich, eleven-year-old Mia and her heroin addicted mother Sandrine are relocated to the countryside. While caring for her mother, Mia spends time with her imaginary friend and a gang of local teenage misfits. These friendships finally give her the strength to rebel and break free from her abusive mother.

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Mood and atmosphere

Immerse yourself in a poignant exploration of childhood and resilience, where the echoes of innocence clash with the harsh realities of addiction. Set against the serene backdrop of the Swiss countryside, this film evokes a nostalgic longing for simpler times, enriched by warm colors and tranquil scenes that invite introspection. The atmosphere is a delicate balance of melancholy and hope, as you witness the profound bond between an imaginative girl and her friends, offering comfort in the face of turmoil. With a beautifully haunting soundtrack, the film captures the essence of first love and the struggle for identity, leaving you with a sense of freedom and the bittersweet taste of growing up.

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