Grande Ecole (2004)
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49% of users liked it
(1,177 ratings)
This drama directed by Robert Salis and inspired by playwright Jean-Marie Besset examines how class, race and social standing still wield a mighty influence in modern-day France, most notably in the shark-infested waters of private school. The affluent Paul (Gregori Baquet) becomes the center of… More This drama directed by Robert Salis and inspired by playwright Jean-Marie Besset examines how class, race and social standing still wield a mighty influence in modern-day France, most notably in the shark-infested waters of private school. The affluent Paul (Gregori Baquet) becomes the center of controversy when he acknowledges an attraction to a poor Arab man (Salim Kechiouche). The ramifications are shocking and, ultimately, life-changing.
- Rating, Runtime
- Unrated, 1 hr. 50 min.
- Directed By
- Robert Salis
- Genres
- Art House & International, Drama
- In Theaters
- Jun 6, 2004 Wide
- On DVD
- Nov 9, 2004
Critic Reviews
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Rich Cline, Shadows on the Wall
Even though it's worth seeing, it could have used stronger actors to make it really work.
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Joshua Tanzer, Offoffoff
At least it doesn't lack passion. It's just disappointing whenever the characters feel the need to put their clothes back on.
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Gabriel Shanks, Mixed Reviews
Sacrifices its sexual politics and polemics for its social ones...and they are much less intriguing.
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