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GIFFONI FILM FESTIVAL 1995 - 29 July.5 August

Sections & Films

BONJOUR TIMOTHY

Category: Edition 1995

Synopsis
Timothy is a normal 17 year old boy, living with his mum and dad in New Zealand. When he gets caught in a harmless prank, Timothy nearly gets expelled from school. As a bargain for his schooling, Timothy's parents decide to take in an exchange student for the term. As the family prepares for his arrival, they soon find out that 'Michel' is actually 'Michelle.' Timothy is soon smitten and tries to break down her protective wall, and sparks fly.

Original Title Bonjour Timothy
Italian Title Bonjour Timothy
Category Official Competition
Section Competition
Tipology Feature Film
Duration 98'
Production Year 1995
Nationality Canada, New Zealand
Directed by Wayne Tourell
Screenplay David Preston
Main cast Dean O'Gorman, Stephen Papps, Sabine Karsenti

 regista Wayne TourellWAYNE TOURELL

Wayne Tourell is a prime contender for having the longest CV of any director in local television. Tourell began as an actor and presenter. The multiple Feltex award-winner has gone on to direct documentaries (Landmarks, Moriori), drink driving campaigns, teen movie Bonjour Timothy — not to mention episodes of Mortimer’s Patch, Shortland Street, Gloss and his beloved legal drama Hanlon.