Seraphine [DVD] by Neil Hunter

S√RAPHINE is the true story of SÈraphine Louis aka SÈraphine de Senlis (Yolande Moreau), a simple and profoundly devout housekeeper who in 1905 at age 41 - self-taught and with the instigation of her guardian angel, began painting brilliantly colorful canvases. Director Martin Provost builds his story around the relationship between the avant-garde art dealer and the visionary cleaning lady, forging a testament to the mysteries of creativity and the resilience of one woman's spirit. A sleeper hit in France, S√RAPHINE went on to a surprise win of the Best Picture and Best Actress for Yolande Moreau along with five other awards at the 2009 Cesars, the French equivalent of the Academy Awards. Winner of 7 French Cesar Awards (The French Academy Awards) including Best Film, Best Actress and Best Director.