Following her studies in literature and law, Pauline sought to satisfy her thirst for writing in journalism. After working as an editor for cultural programs, she began training as a screenwriter. For her first attempt, she favored simplicity and humility by choosing to portray those around her as sincerely as possible by directing La vie de jeune fille. Continuing with the same enthusiasm, Pauline wrote and then directed her first feature film, Nino.