Pearls and Pigs
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Pearls and Pigs

When their bootlegging father ends up in jail, four twenty-something brothers need money to pay his debts to local crooks. Next, their 9-year-old half...-sister is dumped on their doorstep by her prostitute mother. A karaoke set helps reveal that the little girl is quite a singer, just as a talent contest for children is coming up on national television offering more than enough money to the winner. If only the kid weren't so hopelessly shy...
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In the heartwarming comedy Pearls and Pigs (2003), four brothers are faced with a sudden financial crisis when their bootlegging father is imprisoned and they are left with his debts to the local underworld. To make matters more complicated, their 9-year-old half-sister is abandoned at their doorstep by her prostitute mother.

The brothers soon discover that their young sibling possesses an extraordinary talent for singing, which she displays when she stumbles upon a karaoke set. With a national talent contest for children offering a substantial cash prize on the horizon, the brothers see an opportunity to solve their financial woes.

However, there's a catch: the little girl is incredibly shy. The brothers must find a way to help her overcome her stage fright in order to have a shot at winning the competition. Along the way, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, learning valuable lessons about family, love, and the importance of following one's dreams.

Directed by renowned filmmaker Jiri Menzel, Pearls and Pigs is a heartwarming and humorous tale that showcases the power of music and the strength of family bonds. With its charming characters and feel-good plot, this film is sure to captivate audiences of all ages.

Also Known As:

Pearls and Pigs

Release Date:

29 Aug 2003

Writers:

Perttu Leppä

Awards:

2 wins & 3 nominations

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