Synopsis
Lady Bird follows Christine 'Lady Bird' McPherson, a strong-willed high school senior in Sacramento who dreams of escaping to a prestigious East Coast college. The film tenderly explores her turbulent relationship with her loving but critical mother, as well as her experiences with friendship, romance, and self-discovery. Greta Gerwig's semi-autobiographical coming-of-age story is a heartfelt and humorous portrait of adolescence and the bittersweet longing for something more.
Did You Know?
- Greta Gerwig's directorial solo debut was a massive critical success.
- The film is set in Sacramento, Gerwig's real hometown.
- It held a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score for weeks.
- Saoirse Ronan received her third Oscar nomination for this role.
- The title character named herself after the First Lady's nickname.
Iconic Quotes
- I want to go where culture is, like New York, or at least Connecticut or New Hampshire.
- Don't you think they're the same thing? Love and attention?
- You're not even sorry. You're just saying sorry so I'll feel bad.
- I wish I could live in your mind for just like five minutes.
- I just want you to be the very best version of yourself that you can be.
