In “Holy Cow”, reckless 18-year-old Totone is thrust into adulthood after his father died in a fatal car accident, leaving him to take care of his younger sister. He navigates the hard grind of labour while also coming to terms with being the sole provider of the family.
When he learns of an ongoing cheese competition that rewards with a hefty cash prize, Totone will do whatever it takes to bring him and his sister towards a comfortable life.
“Holy Cow” is carefree and warm without feeling overtly sentimental. It is a coming-of-age comedy without the filter: teenagers having non-stop sex, screwing around other people’s properties, and the longing to belong.
Clément Faveau brings a wonderful aloof nature as young Totone, as his co-star, Maiwenne Barthelemy, who played his lover/ workmate Marie-Lise.
“Holy Cow” aptly uses the cheese-making process as an allusion to Totone’s growth. When curdling the cheese from the cow milk, it’s best to put your time into mixing the large pot – even if it means sweating yourself a lot and making your arms sore from the repetitive motion. Growing up for Totone is arduous, but raking in the hard work proved to be rewarding for him along the way.
“Holy Cow” is now showing in New Zealand cinemas from Limelight Distribution.
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