Yvette 2008
In this raw and revealing documentary, filmmaker Simonka de Jong immerses us in the turbulent final chapter of sixteen-year-old Yvette's high school journey.
Director: Simonka de Jong
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yvette (2008) about?
This intimate documentary tracks sixteen-year-old Yvette's final year of secondary school, revealing the duality of her tough-girl persona and her inner struggles. Filmed over 18 months in Nieuwegein, it explores identity, prejudice, and the challenges of being misunderstood by peers and society.
Who directed Yvette?
Yvette was directed by Simonka de Jong, who crafts a deeply personal portrait of a rebellious teen navigating the complexities of adolescence.
Who stars in Yvette?
Sixteen-year-old Yvette is the central figure, supported by her classmates and teachers in Nieuwegein.
Is Yvette (2008) worth watching?
As a documentary, it offers a gripping, unfiltered look at youth culture and identity. While unrated on IMDb, its authenticity and emotional depth make it compelling for fans of raw, observational filmmaking.
How long is Yvette?
Yvette has a runtime of 40 minutes.
Yvette (2008): A Teen's Defiant Story — Full Documentary Info
In this raw and revealing documentary, filmmaker Simonka de Jong immerses us in the turbulent final chapter of sixteen-year-old Yvette's high school journey. Shot over eighteen months in Nieuwegein, the film strips away the tough exterior of a girl draped in Lonsdale gear, smoking in the schoolyard, and clashing with peers who struggle to comprehend her complex persona. Yvette's outward rebellion masks deep uncertainty, as she oscillates between defiance and vulnerability, leaving both classmates and teachers at a loss—how do you place someone who refuses to be boxed in?
As the camera follows Yvette through everyday moments and heated confrontations, the film peels back layers of identity, belonging, and the performative nature of youth. The atmosphere crackles with tension, not just from Yvette's clashes with authority or peers, but from the unspoken question: what happens when rebellion meets reckoning? Yvette (2008) captures the messy, unfiltered reality of growing up in a society quick to judge, but slow to understand.