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After the Wave: Young French Cinema in the 1970s

,Barbican Cinema 3
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From one of the brightest stars of 70s French cinema, this tender coming-of-age tale is based on the director’s own childhood.

Daniel is being raised by his kindly grandma in rural France when his mother, based in the provincial city of Narbonne, decides to take him back into her care. An excellent student, Daniel expects to continue at school; but money is tight at home, and he must instead apprentice to a local mechanic and earn his keep.

Forming the core of the film are Daniel’s realisation of his straightened circumstances and his attempts to fit in with the other local working-class lads. This includes, of course, being a success with the ladies: his confused responses to girls – including a clumsy attempt at seduction in the cinema – are empathetically observed, but never sentimental.

Tagged with: Cinema After the Wave

France 1974 Dir Jean Eustache 123 min 35mm presentation

Barbican Cinema 3

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.

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