The Class
The greatest lessons are learnt when life enters the classroom.
Overview
Teacher and novelist François Bégaudeau plays a version of himself as he negotiates a year with his racially mixed students from a tough Parisian neighborhood.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set in a Parisian high school, 'The Class' provides a realistic portrayal of France's multicultural urban landscape and the complexities involved in managing such diverse student bodies. The film was highly acclaimed for its authenticity, having been based on Bégaudeau's real-life experiences as a teacher.
- Outstanding acting performance by François Bégaudeau, who also wrote the screenplay based on his own experiences as a teacher. The movie offers a unique perspective into French education system and the challenges faced by teachers and students. It tackles important themes such as racism, socio-economic disparities, and political correctness. The compelling plot keeps viewers engaged throughout.
Fun Facts
- The movie is loosely based on François Bégaudeau's autobiographical novel 'Entre les murs'. It won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival. The character of Souleymane was played by a non-professional actor, Boubou Oumar Keïta, who himself was once a troublemaker in school.
Available Languages
English
US
Title: The Class
"The greatest lessons are learnt when life enters the classroom."
Deutsch
DE
Title: Die Klasse
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Français
FR
Title:
"La dynamique d'une classe multiculturelle et de son professeur."
Italiano
IT
Title: La Classe - Entre Les Murs
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Español
ES
Title: La clase
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suomi
FI
Title: Luokka
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Oscar Awards
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FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM - 2008
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