Barefoot Maria

Barefoot Maria (2026)



Maria a piedi nudi

0.0 2026 41 min France

Director: Rebecca Digne

Documentary
Eight-year-old Maria shares a deep, almost magical bond with the natural world of Tuscany. But her paradise is crumbling—the landowners are forcing her out, and the hunt for a new home pushes her toward the dusty edges of the city. Heartbroken, she is handed a Super 8 camera, a last chance to capture and hold on to the beauty she’s about to lose.

More About This Film

Directed by Rebecca Digne, Barefoot Maria (original title: Maria a piedi nudi) is an upcoming French documentary film set to premiere at the Cinéma du Réel on March 21, 2026. The film offers an intimate portrait of Maria, a young girl who has lived in symbiosis with nature since birth in an old building amidst the Tuscan countryside. Surrounded by animals and deeply connected to the land, her world is upended when she is eight years old and the property owner decides to convert the area into a vineyard.

  • The narrative centers on Maria's despair over her inevitable eviction and her struggle to find a new home on the outskirts of town.
  • Digne entrusts Maria with a Super 8 camera, allowing the child to document her own reality and emotional journey as she faces displacement.
  • The film runs for 41 minutes and is presented in Italian, capturing the raw and authentic voice of its young protagonist.

Where to Watch

As a 2026 release, streaming availability is currently limited to festival screenings and initial distribution deals.