Marinette

This biographical drama follows the life of Marinette Pichon, a talented soccer player born in France. Growing up in a difficult home environment with an abusive father, she relies on the support of her mother to develop the determination needed to succeed. While balancing various odd jobs, Marinette rises through the ranks to join the French national team. Her success eventually leads her to the United States, where she becomes the first French woman to play in a professional American league, striving to become the best player globally.

The film was directed by Virginie Verrier, who also served as a producer and co-wrote the screenplay with Brigitte Tanguy. The movie stars Garance Marillier in the title role, alongside Émilie Dequenne as Marinette's mother and Alban Lenoir as her father. A total of 49 actors are credited in the cast. Produced in France by France 3 Cinéma, Pictanovo, and Vigo Films, the project had a budget of 6 million USD.

Since its release on June 7, 2023, the film has received generally positive feedback from audiences. It holds a rating of 6.3/10 on IMDb based on 678 votes and a rating of 6.6/10 on TMDB from 78 votes.