Au Revoir les Enfants (1987)
Overview
Au revoir les enfants tells a heartbreaking story of friendship and devastating loss concerning two boys living in Nazi-occupied France. At a provincial Catholic boarding school, the precocious youths enjoy true camaraderie—until a secret is revealed. Based on events from writer-director Malle’s own childhood, the film is a subtle, precisely observed tale of courage, cowardice, and tragic awakening.
Cast
Gaspard Manesse
Julien Quentin
Raphael Fejtö
Jean Bonnet
Francine Racette
Mrs. Quentin
Philippe Morier-Genoud
Father Jean
François Berléand
Father Michel
François Négret
Joseph
Peter Fitz
Muller
Xavier Legrand
Babinot
Arnaud Henriet
Negus
Jean-Sébastien Chauvin
Laviron
Ami Flammer
Florent
Irène Jacob
Ms. Davenne, Piano Teacher
Jacqueline Staup
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