The Wild Child (1970)

Synopsis: A touching and philosophical film, set in the 18th century and based on the diaries of real-life French doctor Jean Itard. Itard fought authorities for the right to take charge of the social and... A touching and philosophical film, set in the 18th century and based on the diaries of real-life French doctor Jean Itard. Itard fought authorities for the right to take charge of the social and intellectual education of a "wild child" -- a young boy who somehow had managed to survive, alone and uncared for, in nature. Although most of the medical establishment felt that the child, who could not speak and often exhibited violent behavior, was hopelessly retarded, the tenacious Itard, with techniques sometimes kind and frequently cruel, managed to prove them wrong. [More]

Starring: François Truffaut, Jean-Pierre Cargol, Jean Daste, Paul Ville

Starring: François Truffaut, Jean-Pierre Cargol, Jean Daste, Paul Ville

Director: François Truffaut

Director: François Truffaut
Studio: Film Desk/Heathen Films

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