A wealthy, heartbroken woman brings a massive, 70-egg zuppa inglese (cake) to the orphanage as an offering, asking the girls to pray for her unfaithful lover.
Set in an Italian Catholic orphanage during World War II, the story follows a group of young girls living under the strict, somber rule of Mother Superior Fioralba. Le pupille [HD] (2022) WEBDL 1080p
A young girl named Serafina—who has been labeled "wicked" by the nuns—decides to take the label literally, leading to a subtle but powerful act of defiance regarding the cake. Why It Is Highly Regarded Mark Kermode reviews Le pupille - Kermode and Mayo's Take A wealthy, heartbroken woman brings a massive, 70-egg
Mother Superior, wanting to impress a local priest, pressures the girls to "sacrifice" their portions of the cake as a religious offering. Why It Is Highly Regarded Mark Kermode reviews
The 2022 short film is widely considered a "good story" by critics and audiences alike, praised for its charming, mischievous, and thought-provoking narrative. Directed by Alice Rohrwacher and produced by Alfonso Cuarón, the 38-minute film was nominated for Best Live Action Short Film at the 95th Academy Awards. Plot Summary