Au Revoir les Enfants

Release date: Oct 7, 1987

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.

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Top Cast

Julien Quentin

Jean Bonnet

Mrs. Quentin

François Quentin

Father Jean

Father Michel

Joseph

Muller

Boulanger

Sagard

Babinot

Negus

Laviron

Moreau

Tinchaut

Florent

Ms. Davenne, Piano Teacher

Father Hippolyte

Infirmière

Mrs. Perrin

Restaurateur

Ciron

Guibourg

German Soldier (uncredited)

German Soldier (uncredited)

Feldgendarm (uncredited)

Jean-Pierre (uncredited)

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