Au revoir les enfants

ginobartolomi

Absolutely the most tender, understated coming of age story that exists. Malle explores the nostalgia for childhood and the illusions of adulthood from the respectively opposite points of view. The young Manesse and Fejtő give two profound performances, rooting the film in a really deeply emotional place- it's hard not walk away from this one heartbroken.

Erik Villasenor

incredible film. Very funny and the same time uniquely sensitive and moving. The ending is perfect!

Arisa

C'est un beau film et je l'aime beaucoup. Il est très simple et très triste. Les personnages sont bien formes. Bravo, Louis Malle !

Phil Worfel

Tremendous film. Male adolescence is captured here so articulately and truthfully that its heartbreaking story resonates long after the film is finished. First Malle that I have seen and it will not be the last. Highest recommendation!

J.R. Hudson

Deliberately paced. One gets to know the boys of the school and their relationships with their parents. The day to day normality is abruptly ended and it jolts you awake as you've been coasting through their lives until now. The film leaves a lasting impression and you feel the loss.

William Low

Left me deeply moved. A powerful period drama (WW II is a very interesting period) with pitch perfect story and interesting characters revolving around.

Kelvane

That final shot hits like a brick. An understated story where the two leads gradually, tentatively become closer and closer, only to be cut short, unfairly.

Beneezy

One of the finest films about childhood's deprivation. Teary-eyed that made me, Au Revoir Les Enfants.