Bad Spelling
Originally released in 2004. Bad Spelling is a drama film. directed by Jean-Jacques Zilbermann. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Damien Jouillerot, Carole Bouquet, and Olivier Gourmet
Synopsis
At a French boarding school for troubled youth in the early 1970's, the Headmaster and his wife decide that their son Daniel, who is fifteen years old but looks younger, should finally go live in the dorm with all the other students, as they do not want it to seem Daniel is receiving any special treatment. Daniel is now faced with the challenge of earning the trust and respect of the other students, who all come from troubled backgrounds.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 3, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (25 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Damien Jouillerot
as Daniel Massu, son of the directors of studies
Carole Bouquet
as Geneviève Massu, director of studies
Olivier Gourmet
as Pierre Massu, director of the college
Raphaël Goldman
as Richard Zygelman, Daniel's friend
Franc Bruneau
as Jean-Claude Griset, anarchist student
Khalid Maadour
as Marcel Marazelle
Arnaud Giovaninetti
as Gianni Salvadori, boarding supervisor
Deborah Grall
as Mercedes Suza-Lobo, beautiful student
Stéphane Höhn
as Mr. Monteil
Victor Carril
as First Deloge twin
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Agat Films & Cie / Ex Nihilo
- France 3
- Canal+
- CNC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bad Spelling about?
At a French boarding school for troubled youth in the early 1970's, the Headmaster and his wife decide that their son Daniel, who is fifteen years old but looks younger, should finally go live in t...
Who directed Bad Spelling?
Bad Spelling was directed by Jean-Jacques Zilbermann.
How long is Bad Spelling?
Bad Spelling has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Bad Spelling released?
Bad Spelling was released on November 3, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bad Spelling?
The main cast of Bad Spelling includes Damien Jouillerot, Carole Bouquet, Olivier Gourmet, Raphaël Goldman, Franc Bruneau.