This amiable directorial debut shows both the funny and tragic sides of adolescent life. In her drab hometown of Sacramento, seventeen-year-old high school student Christine – aka Lady Bird (Saoirse Ronan) – fills her days with friendship, falling in love, sex and dreams of a bigger world. Things are especially difficuly at home with her frustrated mother.

Nominated for five Oscars including Best Picture, Best Actress (Saoirse Ronan) and Best Director. Winner of a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy and Best Actress in Musical or Comedy (Saoirse Ronan).