Laurence Anyways (2012)
Kernel Score: 86% · 889 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Drama, Romance
Released: 2012-05-18
Runtime: 168 minutes
Overview
The story of an impossible love between a woman named Fred and a transgender woman named Laurence who reveals her inner desire to become her true self.
Laurence Anyways parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Laurence Anyways is a PG-13 romantic drama centered on a transgender woman's journey, framed by reviewers as an attempt to 'rewrite the gender identity book.'
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Melvil Poupaud as Laurence Alia
- Suzanne Clément as Fred Bellair
- Nathalie Baye as Julienne Alia
- Monia Chokri as Stéfanie Bellair
- Susan Almgren as Journalist
- Yves Jacques as Michel Lafortune
- Sophie Faucher as Andrée Bellair
- Magalie Lépine-Blondeau as Charlotte
- Catherine Bégin as Mamy Rose
- Emmanuel Schwartz as Baby Rose
Laurence Anyways FAQ
Is Laurence Anyways good?
Laurence Anyways has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 889 audience ratings.
Is Laurence Anyways OK for kids?
Laurence Anyways is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Laurence Anyways is a PG-13 romantic drama centered on a transgender woman's journey, framed by reviewers as an attempt to 'rewrite the gender identity book.'
What movies are like Laurence Anyways?
If you liked Laurence Anyways, try I Killed My Mother, Tune in for Love, Toxic Love and Swades.