To Be and to Have (2002): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: To Be and to Have
Director: Nicolas Philibert
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2002
Duration: 104 min
Cast: Georges Lopez, Johan, Alizé, Guillaume, Létitia

What To Be and to Have Is About

The documentary's title translates as "to be and to have", the two auxiliary verbs in the French language. It is about a primary school in the commune of Saint-Étienne-sur-Usson, Puy-de-Dôme, France, the population of which is just over 200. The school has one small class of mixed ages (from four to twelve years), with a dedicated teacher, Georges Lopez, who shows patience and respect for the children as we follow their story through a single school year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is To Be and to Have about?

The documentary's title translates as "to be and to have", the two auxiliary verbs in the French language. It is about a primary school in the commune of Saint-Étienne-sur-Usson, Puy-de-Dôme, France, the population of which is just over 200.

Where can I watch To Be and to Have?

To Be and to Have is available to watch on digital platforms such as Kino Film Collection. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is To Be and to Have?

To Be and to Have runs for 104 minutes (1h 44m).

When did To Be and to Have come out?

To Be and to Have was released in 2002.

Who directed To Be and to Have?

To Be and to Have was directed by Nicolas Philibert.

Who stars in To Be and to Have?

To Be and to Have stars Georges Lopez, Johan, Alizé, Guillaume.

What is To Be and to Have's rating?

To Be and to Have holds 7.8/10 on IMDb and 7.3/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 76 out of 100.