
Overview
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.
Cast
Julien Quentin
Jean Bonnet
Mrs. Quentin
François Quentin
Father Jean
Father Michel
Joseph
Muller
Boulanger
Sagard
Babinot
Negus