Au Revoir les Enfants

Name: Au Revoir les Enfants
Genre: Drama, War
Released: 1987
Duration: 105 min
Cast: Gaspard Manesse, Raphael Fejtö, Francine Racette, Stanislas Carré de Malberg, Philippe Morier-Genoud

1987 · 105 min · Director: Louis Malle

Au Revoir les Enfants (1987) is a war drama, directed by Louis Malle. It stars Gaspard Manesse and Raphael Fejtö. It unfolds against the backdrop of World War II. The 105-minute film holds an audience score of 7.5/10.

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Cast

Gaspard Manesse

Raphael Fejtö

Francine Racette

Stanislas Carré de Malberg

Philippe Morier-Genoud

François Berléand

What Au Revoir les Enfants Is About

Louis Malle's 1987 film follows a boarding school in occupied France. A new pupil's real name is different. The two boys become friends. The film makes the priests hiding Jewish children its real subject; the narrative runs through a child's eyes and explains nothing. It draws on the director's own childhood memory. It won the Golden Lion in Venice. It swept the Cesar awards in France. Who it's for: those who like the war told through childhood. Who it's not for: viewers wanting a hopeful close; the last scene is very hard.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Au Revoir les Enfants about?

Louis Malle's 1987 film follows a boarding school in occupied France. A new pupil's real name is different.

Where can I watch Au Revoir les Enfants?

Au Revoir les Enfants is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Au Revoir les Enfants?

Au Revoir les Enfants runs for 105 minutes (1h 45m).

When did Au Revoir les Enfants come out?

Au Revoir les Enfants was released in 1987.

Who directed Au Revoir les Enfants?

Au Revoir les Enfants was directed by Louis Malle.

Who stars in Au Revoir les Enfants?

Au Revoir les Enfants stars Gaspard Manesse, Raphael Fejtö, Francine Racette, Stanislas Carré de Malberg.

What is Au Revoir les Enfants's rating?

Au Revoir les Enfants holds 8.0/10 on IMDb and 7.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 82 out of 100.