Ponette

Overview

At just four years old, Ponette faces the heartbreaking loss of her mother in a tragic car accident, which also leaves her with a broken arm. Placed in the care of her compassionate aunt and cousins, she grapples with overwhelming sorrow and a desperate wish for her mother’s return. Confounding adult attempts at comfort with religious reasoning and the harsh jibes from peers at school only deepen her confusion. As Ponette navigates this emotional landscape, her journey reflects a poignant struggle between innocence and the harsh realities of grief.