Rita, a wilful and unruly teenager, is on the verge of womanhood. Her sexual awakening leads her to intimacy with a schoolboy, too young, and a bus driver, too old. Rita’s efforts to break out of her solitude and claustrophobic environment isolate her even more, until one day she crosses the line.

“Highly impressive starting (...). A director with a distinctive vision and major-league potential.” – Sheila Johnston, Screen International.

“Lovely Rita” premiered in the Un Certain Regard section at the 2001 Cannes Film Festival.