Au Revoir les Enfants

1987 · 1h 45m

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.

Directed by Louis Malle

Cast

Gaspard Manesse

Julien Quentin

Raphael Fejtö

Jean Bonnet

Francine Racette

Mrs. Quentin

SC

Stanislas Carré de Malberg

François Quentin

Philippe Morier-Genoud

Father Jean