The 400 Blows (1959)

[Movie]
Frenchclassiccoming-agedrama

A rebellious Parisian boy struggles with school, family, and his yearning for freedom.

Why people love it: A seminal work of the French New Wave, its honest portrayal of youth resonated across generations. Truffaut’s fluid camera work and Léaud’s performance remain iconic.

François Truffaut Antoine VitezJean‑Pierre Léaud Frenchclassiccoming-agedrama
Director: François Truffaut
Starring: Antoine VitezJean‑Pierre Léaud
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