Freedom (2009)

Freedom (2009) poster

A Gypsy family travels the French roads during the Second World War, followed by Little Claude, a young boy seeking a new family after his parents "left and never returned". Upon reaching a town where they traditionally stop for a few months and work in vineyards, they learn that a new law forbids them from being nomadic. Theodore, the town's mayor, and Miss Lundi, the schoolteacher, protect and help the Gypsies. Despite this, They are arrested and placed in an internment camp. Theodore manages to rescue them and gives them a piece of property where they must settle. But the Gypsies' deeply ingrained thirst for freedom makes this sedentary lifestyle difficult to bear. After Theodore and Miss Lundi are arrested for resistance, the Gypsies decide they must get back on the move in order to remain free.

Director: Tony Gatlif
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 111 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Delphine Mantoulet
Cinematography: Julien Hirsch
Editing: Monique Dartonne
Production: Princes Production, France 3 Cinéma, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Cinéma
Country: France
Language: Deutsch, Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Tony Gatlif
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Freedom about?
A Gypsy family travels the French roads during the Second World War, followed by Little Claude, a young boy seeking a new family after his parents "left and never returned". Upon reaching a town where they traditionally stop for a few months and work in vineyards, they learn that a new law forbids them from being nomadic. Theodore, the town's mayor, and Miss Lundi, the schoolteacher, protect and help the Gypsies. Despite this, They are arrested and placed in an internment camp. Theodore manages to rescue them and gives them a piece of property where they must settle. But the Gypsies' deeply ingrained thirst for freedom makes this sedentary lifestyle difficult to bear. After Theodore and Miss Lundi are arrested for resistance, the Gypsies decide they must get back on the move in order to remain free.
Who directed Freedom?
Freedom was directed by Tony Gatlif.
Who stars in Freedom?
Freedom stars Marc Lavoine, James Thierrée, Mathias Laliberté, Marie-Josée Croze, Carlo Brandt, Rufus.
How long is Freedom?
Freedom has a runtime of 1h 51m (111 minutes).
What genre is Freedom?
Freedom is a Drama film.
Where was Freedom produced?
Freedom was produced in France.