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1959 · 99 min · NR

The 400 Blows

Directed by François Truffaut · Drama

The 400 Blows (1959) is a Drama film, directed by François Truffaut set in Paris during the 1950s. It runs 99 minutes and is rated NR.

Themes of coming of age, isolation, and identity run throughout.

Composer
Jean Constantin
Cinematography
Henri Decaë
Cast
Jean-Pierre LéaudClaire MaurierAlbert RémyGeorges FlamantPatrick AuffayRobert BeauvaisYvonne ClaudiePierre Repp

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Paris
Setting
UrbanCoastal Sea
When
1950s

Premise & themes

Themes
Coming Of AgeIsolationIdentity
Tone
MelancholicContemplative

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadChild Lead
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Inspired By Real Events

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