Young Werther
Originally released in 1993. Young Werther is a drama film. directed by Jacques Doillon.
Starring Ismaël Jolé-Ménébhi, Faye Anastasia, and Jessica Tharaud
Synopsis
Ismaël, a young thirteen-year old boy, is taken aback by the suicide of his best friend. Not only did he not have any idea that this dramatic act was a possibility, neither did his other friends. Perhaps it had something to do with his having an unrequited love for a beautiful young neighbor, an attraction Ismaël also feels. Perhaps it had something to do with drugs, or a problem with a universally disliked teacher. Throughout most of the film, the young survivors discuss their departed classmate.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 31, 1993
32 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (9 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films Alain Sarde
- Lola Films
- Home Made Movies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Werther about?
Ismaël, a young thirteen-year old boy, is taken aback by the suicide of his best friend. Not only did he not have any idea that this dramatic act was a possibility, neither did his other friends. ...
Who directed Young Werther?
Young Werther was directed by Jacques Doillon.
How long is Young Werther?
Young Werther has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Young Werther released?
Young Werther was released on March 31, 1993 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Young Werther?
The main cast of Young Werther includes Ismaël Jolé-Ménébhi, Faye Anastasia, Jessica Tharaud, Mirabelle Rousseau, Miren Capello.