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Close to Leo
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Close to Leo

2002 · 88 min Drama Family TV Movie
⭐ 6.2 / 10 · TMDB

When 21 year-old Leo, the oldest of four brothers, announces to his rural French family that he's HIV positive, his family quickly rallies around him. Leo travels to Paris with his youngst brother Marcel for treatment. When Leo tries to push his brother away to protect him, the love and loyalty of the two brothers is tested.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

Close to Leo has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.2/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A 2002 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Yaniss Lespert

Yaniss Lespert

Marcel

Pierre Mignard

Pierre Mignard

Léo

Marie Bunel

Marie Bunel

Mother

Rodolphe Pauly

Rodolphe Pauly

Tristan

Jérémie Lippmann

Jérémie Lippmann

Pierrot

Dominic Gould

Dominic Gould

Father

Joana Preiss

Joana Preiss

Yvan's Mother

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Louis Gonzales

Yvan

Julien Honoré

Julien Honoré

Alex Beaupain

Alex Beaupain

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