Plot & Details
François is a tough but fair teacher working in one of France's toughest schools, and his honest demeanor in the classroom has made him a great success with the students. But this year things are different, because when the students begin to challenge his methods François will find his classroom ethics put to the ultimate test. François Bégaudeau stars in director Laurent Cantet's entry into the 2008 Cannes Film Festival.
- MPAA Rating: PG-13
- Genre(s): Drama
- Run Time: 128min.
- Theatrical Release Date: 12/19/2008
- DVD Release Date: 08/11/2009
- Distributor(s): Sony Classics
- Director(s): Laurent Cantet
- Starring: François Bégaudeau , Franck Keita , Nassim Amrabt , Esmerelda Ouertani , Laura Baquela
- Themes: High School Life,Journey of Self-Discovery,Teachers and Students
- Tone: Earnest,Reflective
- Keywords: France,challenge,classroom,ethics,high-school,success,teacher
- Country of Origin: USA - Limited (12-25-2008)
- Language: French
Awards
Academy Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Cast & Crew | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences | Best Foreign Language Film | Nominated |
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