Forbidden Games(1952)
War ... and how it affects the lives of our children
Synopsis
Orphaned after a Nazi air raid, Paulette, a young Parisian girl, runs into Michel, an older peasant boy, and the two quickly become close. Together, they try to make sense of the chaotic and crumbling world around them, attempting to cope with death as they create a burial ground for Paulette's deceased pet dog. Eventually, however, Paulette's stay with Michel's family is threatened by the harsh realities of wartime.
Directed by René Clément
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Brigitte Fossey
Paulette
Georges Poujouly
Michel Dolle
Philippe de Chérisey
Francis Gouard
Laurence Badie
Berthe Dolle
Suzanne Courtal
Madame Dolle
Lucien Hubert
Monsieur Dolle
Madeleine Barbulée
Red Cross Nun
Jacques Marin
Georges Dolle
Pierre Merovée
Raymond Dolle
Denise Péronne
Jeanne Gouard
Violette Monnier
Renée Dollé
Fernande Roy
L'autre fille Gouard
Louis Saintève
Le prêtre
André Wasley
Gouard - le voisin
Amédée
Francis Gouard
Marcel Mérovée
Raymond Dollé
André Enard
Le premier gendarme (uncredited)
Marcelle Feuillade
La mère de Paulette (uncredited)
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Where can I watch Forbidden Games?+
Forbidden Games is available to stream on Darkroom. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Forbidden Games come out?+
Forbidden Games was released in 1952.
How long is Forbidden Games?+
Forbidden Games runs for 87 minutes (1 hour and 27 minutes).
Who directed Forbidden Games?+
Forbidden Games was directed by René Clément.
Who stars in Forbidden Games?+
Forbidden Games stars Brigitte Fossey, Georges Poujouly, Philippe de Chérisey, Laurence Badie and Suzanne Courtal.
Is Forbidden Games worth watching?+
Forbidden Games holds a 7.8/10 rating from 366 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and war.
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