Sister
Seen it?2012 | 100 min | Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (96% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 40 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in French, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
A drama set at a Swiss ski resort and centered on a boy who supports his sister by stealing from wealthy guests.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
96% on Rotten Tomatoes, 81 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
6.7 out of 10
- AwardsSolid
Won 1 Berlin award: Berlin International Film Festival: Special Award – Silver Bear. Also nominated for 1 more Berlin award and 1 Independent Spirit Award. Plus 6 other awards.
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$1 million worldwide
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Ursula Meier
- Kacey Mottet KleinSimon
- Léa SeydouxLouise
- Martin CompstonMike
- Gillian AndersonKristin Jansen
- Jean-François StéveninChief cook
- Yann TrégouëtBruno
- Gabin LefebvreMarcus
- Magne-Håvard BrekkeViolent skier
- Antonio TroiloDriver of the minibus
- Luca MayBaby