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7.0/10 • 56

2022-03-091h 33m

Drama

Ten-year-old Johnny stands out from his family and his tough neighborhood in Eastern France. He's sensitive, intelligent and interested in all kinds of things way beyond his years. With curiosity, he observes the ups and downs of his young single mother's turbulent love life. Things change when a new teacher, fresh from the big city, takes over Johnny's class. Mr. Adamski believes in Johnny and wants to open a new world to him. The sophisticated young teacher also intrigues the boy.

Directors
Samuel Theis
Writters
Samuel Theis
Editors
Samuel Theis, Esther Lowe

Top Billed Cast

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  1. Aliocha Reinert

    Aliocha Reinert

    Johnny Jung

  2. Antoine Reinartz

    Antoine Reinartz

    Jean Adamski

  3. Izïa Higelin

    Izïa Higelin

    Nora

  4. Mélissa Olexa

    Mélissa Olexa

    Sonia

  5. Abdel Benchendikh

    Abdel Benchendikh

    Yliès

  6. Jade Schwartz

    Jade Schwartz

    Mélissa

  7. Romande Esch

    Romande Esch

    Dylan's girlfriend

  8. Meresia Litzenburger

    Meresia Litzenburger

    Mérésia

  9. Danielle Dalhem

    Danielle Dalhem

    School director

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badelf

Mar 17, 2023

8/10

There's nothing new about a gay coming of age film. We've seen good ones before. Yet, this one has a peculiar and very real twist that makes it special. The story is told beautifully by Samuel Theis, and Aliocha Reinert is just incredible in this role.

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Status
Released
Original Language
French
Budget
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Revenue
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Keywords
coming of agelgbtlgbt child