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The Wild Child (1970)

The Wild Child (1970)

Drama History

At last an adult film to which you can take your children.

Release Date: 1970, February 26
Directors: François Truffaut
Countries: France
Production: Les Films du Carrosse, Les Productions Artistes Associés, Les Productions Artistes Associés
Cast: Jean-François Stévenin, Jean Dasté, Laura Truffaut, Nathan Miller, Eva Truffaut, Françoise Seigner, Mathieu Schiffman, Jean-Pierre Cargol, Paul Villé, Frédérique Dolbert, Eric Dolbert, Tounet Cargol

Overview:

In a French forest circa 1798, a child–who cannot walk, speak, read or write–is found. A doctor becomes interested in the case and patiently attempts to civilise the boy.

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