4.7

120 reviews

The Chorus

Christophe Barratier20041h 37mDrama, Music

Written by Cinobo

A teacher stands against a ruthless educational system armed with the most priceless ally of all: music. One of the great successes of 2000s French cinema, nominated for the Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film and Best Original Song.

Synopsis

Pierre, a celebrated orchestra conductor, returns home following his mother’s death. By chance, he discovers an old diary and is transported back to his childhood memories of school and his music teacher, Clément Mathieu.

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Director
Cast
Also known as: Les choristes

Festival screenings: Oscars, Karlovy Vary IFF
Language: French
Country: France, Switzerland, Germany
Subtitles: Greek
Age rating: 12+

Oscars

Nominated for Best Foreign Language Film of the Year

2005

Oscars

Nominated for Best Original Song

2005

BAFTA

Nominated for Best Film not in the English Language

2005

Golden Globes

Nominated for Best Foreign Language Film

2005

Karlovy Vary IFF

Official Selection

2004

César Awards

Best Music Written for a Film

2005

César Awards

Best Sound

2005

CAMERIMAGE

Official Selection

2004

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4.7

120 reviews

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