Forbidden Games (1952)
War ... and how it affects the lives of our children
Orphaned after a Nazi air raid, Paulette, a young Parisian girl, runs into Michel, an older peasant boy, and the two quickly become close. Together, they try to make sense of the chaotic and crumbling world around them, attempting to cope with death as they create a burial ground for Paulette's deceased pet dog. Eventually, however, Paulette's stay with Michel's family is threatened by the harsh realities of wartime.
Cast
- Brigitte Fossey - Paulette
- Georges Poujouly - Michel Dolle
- Philippe de Chérisey - Francis Gouard
- Laurence Badie - Berthe Dolle
- Suzanne Courtal - Madame Dolle
- Lucien Hubert - Monsieur Dolle
- Madeleine Barbulée - Red Cross Nun
- Jacques Marin - Georges Dolle
- Pierre Merovée - Raymond Dolle
- Denise Péronne - Jeanne Gouard
Screenplay
- René Clément (Screenplay)
- François Boyer (Novel)
- Pierre Bost (Dialogue)
- François Boyer (Screenplay)
- Jean Aurenche (Dialogue)
Themes
Reflections on Life and Death, Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, The Horror of War and Humanity, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering
Keywords
france, countryside, funeral, world war ii, exodus, foster parents, death, cross, post war, abandonment, children in wartime
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Forbidden Games about?
- Orphaned after a Nazi air raid, Paulette, a young Parisian girl, runs into Michel, an older peasant boy, and the two quickly become close. Together, they try to make sense of the chaotic and crumbling world around them, attempting to cope with death as they create a burial ground for Paulette's deceased pet dog. Eventually, however, Paulette's stay with Michel's family is threatened by the harsh realities of wartime.
- Who directed Forbidden Games?
- Forbidden Games was directed by René Clément.
- Who stars in Forbidden Games?
- Forbidden Games stars Brigitte Fossey, Georges Poujouly, Philippe de Chérisey, Laurence Badie, Suzanne Courtal, Lucien Hubert.
- How long is Forbidden Games?
- Forbidden Games has a runtime of 1h 27m (87 minutes).
- What genre is Forbidden Games?
- Forbidden Games is a Drama, War film.
- How much did Forbidden Games gross?
- Forbidden Games grossed $10,188 worldwide.
- Where was Forbidden Games produced?
- Forbidden Games was produced in France.
- What are the themes of Forbidden Games?
- The themes of Forbidden Games include: Reflections on Life and Death, Heartbreaking Tragic Losses, Keening Grief and Mourning Process, The Horror of War and Humanity, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering.