Contrary to popular belief , the film did not inspire a new so called " Rosetta Law " in Belgium prohibiting employers from paying teen workers less than the minimum wage and other youth labour reforms . In a '' Guardian '' interview with the Dardenne brothers , Jean-Pierre explained the misconception ; " No , that law already existed , it just had n't been voted through yet , the truth is always less interesting than the fiction . " The film won numerous accolades , including the Palme d'Or and the Best Actress awards at the 1999 Cannes Film Festival , and received critical acclaim upon release
1999 Cannes Film Festival
1999 Cannes Film Festival
Rosetta (film)