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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 family & loyalty 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 AgeIsolationFamily & Loyalty
Tone
MelancholicBleakContemplative

Shape

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

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