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To Be and to Have

NR 2002 Documentary · 1h 44m
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The documentary's title translates as "to be and to have", the two auxiliary verbs in the French language. It is about a primary school in the commune of Saint-Étienne-sur-Usson, Puy-de-Dôme, France, the population of which is just over 200. The school has one small class of mixed ages (from four to twelve years), with a dedicated teacher, Georges Lopez, who shows patience and respect for the children as we follow their story through a single school year.

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About To Be and to Have

Nicolas Philibert's 'To Be and to Have' transports viewers to a small French primary school where one teacher, Georges Lopez, nurtures a class of mixed-age students. The documentary, whose title refers to the two auxiliary verbs in the French language, intimately follows a single school year in the commune of Saint-tienne-sur-Usson. With a population of just over 200, the film showcases Lopez's dedication, patience, and respect as he guides his students through the challenges and triumphs of learning and growing up. The documentary provides a moving portrait of childhood, education, and the vital role of community in shaping young lives. Its a charming and insightful look into the daily rhythms of a rural school.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Nicolas Philibert, the documentary primarily features the students and their teacher. Georges Lopez is the heart of the film, the dedicated and patient teacher. The students include Johan, Aliz, Guillaume, Ltitia, and Johann, each with their unique personalities and learning styles, offering a diverse and engaging look at childhood.

What people like about To Be and to Have

Critics have lauded 'To Be and to Have' for its gentle observational style, its genuine portrayal of childhood, and its celebration of dedicated teachers. Many praised the film's ability to capture the beauty and complexity of everyday life in a small rural community. Viewers particularly enjoyed the film's heartwarming tone and the authentic relationships between the teacher and his students.

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Movie Score

73%

Released

August 28, 2002

Director

Nicolas Philibert

Cast

Georges Lopez, Johan, Alizé, Guillaume, Létitia, Johann

Genre

Documentary

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