

1987
Au revoir les enfants tells a heartbreaking story of friendship and devastating loss concerning two boys living in Nazi-occupied France. At a provincial Catholic boarding school, the precocious youths enjoy true camaraderie—until a secret is revealed. Based on events from writer-director Malle’s own childhood, the film is a subtle, precisely observed tale of courage, cowardice, and tragic awakening.
Au Revoir les Enfants (1987) is a Drama, War film that follows au revoir les enfants tells a heartbreaking story of friendship and devastating loss concerning two boys living in Nazi-occupied France. At a provincial Catholic boarding school, the precocious youths enjoy true camaraderie—until a secret is revealed. Based on events from writer-director Malle’s own childhood, the film is a subtle, precisely observed tale of courage, cowardice, and tragic awakening. Currently, you can watch Au Revoir les Enfants on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Fandango At Home. Streaming availability may vary by country and platform over time. It has a user rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 714 votes. Fans of drama movies may also want to explore similar titles below.