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A Wonderful Spell (2004)

Movie ★ 6.3 110 min

Drama

Set in the summer of 1942 during WWII, the film traces the trajectory of simple people thrown into extraordinary lives, revealing the heart-warming flame of hope and humanity that endures, even in times of war and dispair. As young Julien, his family and a group of friends traverse the French countryside after fleeing the institution they called home, Julien must deal with his father's extreme violence and his mother's rosy fantasies and once again form a family that society tries to forget.

Dominique Cabrera Director Antoine Montperrin Writer Dominique Cabrera Writer

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Quick facts

Released
July 7, 2004
Runtime
110 min
IMDb
tt0329088
Language
,
Studio
, Ad Libitum, Les Films de la Croisade, Tarantula

Themes

Cast

Miou-Miou Miou-Miou Alida Jean-Pierre Léaud Jean-Pierre Léaud Fernand Morgan Marinne Morgan Marinne Julien Marilyne Canto Marilyne Canto Colette Julie-Marie Parmentier Julie-Marie Parmentier Lucie Yolande Moreau Yolande Moreau Hélène Gabriel Arcand Gabriel Arcand Moïse Philippe Grand'Henry Florent Pascale Montpetit Pascale Montpetit Henriette Olivier Gourmet Olivier Gourmet le médecin-chef

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Wonderful Spell about?
Set in the summer of 1942 during WWII, the film traces the trajectory of simple people thrown into extraordinary lives, revealing the heart-warming flame of hope and humanity that endures, even in times of war and dispair. As young Julien, his family and a group of friends traverse the French countryside after fleeing the institution they called home, Julien must deal with his father's extreme violence and his mother's rosy fantasies and once again form a family that society tries to forget.
Who directed A Wonderful Spell?
A Wonderful Spell was directed by Dominique Cabrera.
Who stars in A Wonderful Spell?
A Wonderful Spell stars Miou-Miou, Jean-Pierre Léaud, Morgan Marinne, Marilyne Canto.
When was A Wonderful Spell released?
A Wonderful Spell is a 2004 drama film.
Where can I watch A Wonderful Spell?
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