Forbidden Games
"War ... and how it affects the lives of our children"
Originally released in 1952. Forbidden Games is a drama/war film. directed by René Clément. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Brigitte Fossey, Georges Poujouly, and Philippe de Chérisey
Synopsis
Orphaned after a Nazi air raid, Paulette, a young Parisian girl, runs into Michel, an older peasant boy, and the two quickly become close. Together, they try to make sense of the chaotic and crumbling world around them, attempting to cope with death as they create a burial ground for Paulette's deceased pet dog. Eventually, however, Paulette's stay with Michel's family is threatened by the harsh realities of wartime.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 9, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (339 votes)
Box Office
$10.2K
Worldwide gross
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Brigitte Fossey
as Paulette
Georges Poujouly
as Michel Dolle
Philippe de Chérisey
as Francis Gouard
Laurence Badie
as Berthe Dolle
Suzanne Courtal
as Madame Dolle
Lucien Hubert
as Monsieur Dolle
Madeleine Barbulée
as Red Cross Nun
Jacques Marin
as Georges Dolle
Pierre Merovée
as Raymond Dolle
Denise Péronne
as Jeanne Gouard
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
- Revenue
- $10,188
Production Companies
- Silver Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbidden Games about?
Orphaned after a Nazi air raid, Paulette, a young Parisian girl, runs into Michel, an older peasant boy, and the two quickly become close. Together, they try to make sense of the chaotic and crumbl...
Who directed Forbidden Games?
Forbidden Games was directed by René Clément.
How long is Forbidden Games?
Forbidden Games has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was Forbidden Games released?
Forbidden Games was released on May 9, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Forbidden Games?
The main cast of Forbidden Games includes Brigitte Fossey, Georges Poujouly, Philippe de Chérisey, Laurence Badie, Suzanne Courtal.
Is Forbidden Games worth watching?
Forbidden Games has a user rating of 7.8/10 based on 339 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.