Toni (Toni en Famille)
2023, France, 96 min – Drama, Comedy
In French with English Subtitles
Synopsis
Antonia, affectionately known as Toni, is a single mother who tirelessly cares for her five children while juggling a demanding full-time job. Her evenings are filled with song as she performs in local bars to support her family. Toni possesses a remarkable talent, evident from a chart-topping single she recorded two decades ago. As her two eldest children prepare for university, Toni faces a poignant question: What lies ahead when her nest is empty? At 43 years of age, can she still grasp the opportunity to regain control of her life?
Directed by
Nathan Ambrosioni
Cast
Camille Cottin, Thomas Gioria, Léa Lopez
Reactions
A standout for this season, ‘Toni’ is a work of great maturity from such a young filmmaker with undeniable talent. – CNews by the editorial team
At just 24 years old, director Nathan Ambrosioni crafts both a poignant portrait of a woman and a moving family tableau, displaying remarkable accuracy and delicacy. – Franceinfo Culture by Annie Yanbekian
A funny, touching, intelligent, and feminist family chronicle that explores many aspects of adolescent firsts, the challenges of that age, the mental burden of single mothers, sibling dynamics, and the strong yet fragile bonds between parents and adolescents. – Marie Claire by Juliette Hochberg
The generosity of ‘Toni’ owes much to the radiant performance of Camille Cottin. – 20 Minutes by Caroline Vié
A delightful and emotional film about the daily life of a single mother, the ingratitude of children, and the torrents of love that flow between them. A success. – BIBA by Samuel Loutaty
Charming. – Femme Actuelle by the Editorial Team
The second film by this young filmmaker is an exciting comedy of second chances. Colorful, noisy, and energetic. – L’Obs by Xavier Leherpeur
Lively, touching, and funny. – Le Figaro by Olivier Delcroix
At just 23 years old, Nathan Ambrosioni brilliantly shows the contradictions of a 40-year-old single mother who does her best to raise her five children. In the title role, Camille Cottin is full of tenderness and infectious energy. – Les Fiches du Cinéma by Antoine Corte
A beautiful, hopeful film. – Positif by Jacqueline Nacache
Festivals and Awards
Playdates and Bookings
TONI |
2/21 |
2/21 |
Avalon – French Cinematheque |
DC |
TONI |
2/24 |
3/3 |
Sedona International Film Festival |
Sedona AZ |
TONI |
2/27 |
2/27 |
Ambassade de France – Maison Francaise |
DC |
TONI |
3/1 |
3/1 |
Sun And Stars FF |
West Palm Beach, FL |
TONI |
2/27 |
3/10 |
RV With French Cinema |
NY, NY |
TONI |
4/17 |
4/17 |
Princeton Film Festival Organization |
Princeton NJ |
Toni |
4/18 |
4/25 |
River Run Film Festival |
Winston Salem |
TONI |
4/19 |
45401 |
San Diego French Film Club |
San Diego, CA |
TONI |
4/25 |
5/5 |
Focus on French Cinema, |
GReenwich, CT |
TONI |
4/26 |
4/28 |
Tallahassee Film Sty |
Tallahassee, FL |
TONI |
5/8 |
5/7 |
Gold Coast Art Center |
Great Neck, NY |
TONI |
6/14 |
6/16 |
Gateway |
Columbus, OH |
TONI |
6/19 |
6/23 |
Dairy Center |
Boulder, CO |
