Naked Childhood

🎬 Movie

Naked Childhood

1969 · 83 min Drama

⭐ 7.2 / 10 · TMDB

Handed over to foster care by his mother—who's unwilling to give up permanent custody—the now-adolescent François understands that nothing in life is permanent, and his increasingly erratic actions reflect this knowledge.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Maurice Pialat

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Michel Terrazon

Michel Terrazon

François

Raoul Billerey

Raoul Billerey

Roby

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Pierrette Deplanque

Josette

Marie-Louise Thierry

Marie-Louise Thierry

Madame Minguet

René Thierry

René Thierry

Minguet

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Linda Gutenberg

Simone

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Henri Puff

Raoul

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Marie Marc

Meme

Maurice Coussonneau

Maurice Coussonneau

Letillon

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