The Children of the Marshland
The film is set in Marais, a quiet region along the banks of Loire river in 1918. Riton is afflicted with a bad-tempered wife and three unruly children. Garris lives alone with his recollections of World War I trenches. Their daily life consists of seasonal work and visits from their two pals: Tane, the local train conductor and Amédée, a dreamer and voracious reader of classics.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Les Enfants du marais |
| Year | 1999 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama |
| Director | Jean Becker |
| Runtime | 115 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.1/10 (179 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
This is a comedy that knows its limits. Doesn't reach for grotesque when irony is enough, doesn't ask the audience to take things too seriously.
Worth watching for a good mood and a couple of genuinely funny moments. Doesn't promise depth — but doesn't pretend to have it either.
Good for watching with people who need to unwind after a long day. Not for those seeking depth.
Director: Jean Becker
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: With friends or a partner when you don't want anything complicated. Good mood guaranteed.
🎭 Cast
Jacques Villeret
Henri Pignol, aka Riton
Jacques Gamblin
Garriss
André Dussollier
Amédée
Michel Serrault
Hyacinthe Richard, aka 'Pépé la Rainette'
Isabelle Carré
Marie
Éric Cantona
Joseph "Jo" Sardi
Suzanne Flon
Cri-Cri Pignol, aged
Jacques Dufilho
Old man
Gisèle Casadesus
Mrs. Mercier
Roland Magdane
Félix
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