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War of the Buttons (1962)

7.219621h 30mFR
ComedyDramaFamily

Directed by Yves Robert

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

FR

Release

April 18, 1962

Director

Yves Robert

Official Trailer

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Overview

For generations, two rival French villages, Longueverne and Velrans, have been at war. But this is no ordinary conflict, for the on-going hostilities are between two armies of young schoolboys. When he is beaten by his father for having lost his buttons, the leader of the Longueverne army, Lebrac, h...

Cast

Jacques Dufilho

Jacques Dufilho

L'Aztec's father

Yvette Etiévant

Yvette Etiévant

Lebrac's mother

Michel Galabru

Michel Galabru

Bacaillé's father

Michèle Méritz

Michèle Méritz

L'Aztec's mother

Jean Richard

Jean Richard

Lebrac's father

Pierre Tchernia

Pierre Tchernia

Bédouin, rural warden

Pierre Trabaud

Pierre Trabaud

Teacher at Longeverne

Claude Confortès

Claude Confortès

Nestor, postman

Paul Crauchet

Paul Crauchet

Touegueule

Henri Labussière

Henri Labussière

Countryman

Yves Peneau

Yves Peneau

General supervisor

Robert Rollis

Robert Rollis

Migue la lune's father

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into War of the Buttons (1962), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

For generations, two rival French villages, Longueverne and Velrans, have been at war. But this is no ordinary conflict, for the on-going hostilities are between two armies of young schoolboys. When he is beaten by his father for having lost his buttons, the leader of the Longueverne army, Lebrac, has an idea which will give his side the advantage: next time, he and his brave soldiers will go in battle without their clothes...

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of War of the Buttons. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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