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Grande Ecole (2004)

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Release Date: Jun 6, 2004 Wide

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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.

Unrated, 1 hr. 50 min.

Art House & International, Drama

Directed By: Robert Salis

In Theaters: Jun 6, 2004 Wide

On DVD: Nov 9, 2004

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Even though it's worth seeing, it could have used stronger actors to make it really work.

April 5, 2005 Full Review Source: Shadows on the Wall

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Rich Cline

Shadows on the Wall

At least it doesn't lack passion. It's just disappointing whenever the characters feel the need to put their clothes back on.

November 3, 2004 Full Review Source: Offoffoff

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Joshua Tanzer

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Sacrifices its sexual politics and polemics for its social ones...and they are much less intriguing.

March 16, 2004 Full Review Source: Mixed Reviews

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Gabriel Shanks

Mixed Reviews Source: Mixed Reviews

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Heart-breaking, moving, intense, insanely sexy, wow. Felt like a movie made for me. I identified with Paul a lot, and it's impossible not to fall hard for the earnest M�cir.

December 23, 2009

Christine S

Reminded me of THE DREAMERS (which I really didnt care for, all hype) so much that I thought MPitt would pop up in a scene sooner or later LOL. Disappointing for a French flick.

April 21, 2008