Type: Drama, Coming of Age
Release Year: 1959
Cast: Jean-Pierre Léaud, Albert Rémy, Claire Maurier
Director: François Truffaut
Duration: 1 hr 39 mins
Based on the experiences of the director, the movie follows Antoine a 13-year-old boy who lives with his overworked mother and stepfather. He is perpetually in the bad books of the teachers in school and feels misunderstood by all. He has fun with his friends but soon finds himself wanting to leave home and resorts to stealing some money. A beautiful coming-of-age story that is a must-watch.