Drama War
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
Mathieu Amalric
Irène Jacob
Ms. Davenne, Piano Teacher
François Berléand
Father Michel
Francine Racette
Mrs. Quentin
Gaspard Manesse
Julien Quentin
François Négret
Joseph
Peter Fitz
Muller
Philippe Morier-Genoud
Father Jean
René Bouloc
Restaurateur
Arnaud Henriet
Negus
Jacqueline Staup
Infirmière
Eva Simonet
Pascal Rivet
Boulanger
Richard Leboeuf
Sagard
Daniel Edinger
Tinchaut
Jean-Paul Dubarry
Father Hippolyte
Jacqueline Paris
Mrs. Perrin
Benoît Henriet
Ciron
Marcel Bellot
Guibourg
Alain Clément
Michael Rottstock
Detlef Gericke
Michael Becker
Christian Sohn
Michel Ginot
Philippe Despaux
Albrecht Burkardt
German Soldier (uncredited)
Tim Burkert
German Soldier (uncredited)
Sergio Kato
Jean-Pierre (uncredited)

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