The Chorus

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The Chorus

PG-13,

2005,

1h 37m,

Drama

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68%

105 Reviews

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92%

25,000+ Ratings

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68%

Tomatometer

105 Reviews

92%

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25,000+ Ratings

Pierre (Jean-Baptiste Maunier) is an aimless child at an austere boarding school in France. The students and faculty are constantly at odds with one another, until a music teacher, Clément Mathieu (Gérard Jugnot), arrives and starts a choir. Clément -- who has troubles of his own -- tries to change the reactionary policies of the school, choosing instead to encourage his students. His efforts have a particular impact on Pierre, who shows great musical promise.

Critics Consensus

While predictable, this low-key heartwarmer manages to be uplifting without overdoing the sentiment.

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Matthew Leyland

BBC.com

Mar 8, 2005

3/5

Even though all the notes are predictable, the film hits them with wit, warmth and gusto.

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Nelson Pressley

Washington Post

Jan 28, 2005

Ultimately effective on its own unambitious terms, but it's not the freshest thing to come down the pike.

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Peter Howell

Toronto Star

Jan 28, 2005

2.5/4

Rises above feelgood status by virtue of its credible acting and outstanding score.

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

Sep 5, 2020

3.5/4.0

It is a simple, familiar story brought to life uniquely and touchingly.

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David Gurney

Common Sense Media

Jan 1, 2011

3/5

Boarding school antics and the power of music.

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Doris Toumarkine

Film Journal International

Mar 1, 2007

So infused with nostalgia, optimism and authenticity, it will prove irresistible to the older art-house demographic.

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Kylo G

Jan 8, 2019

is a very good movie

Rey W

Sep 28, 2015

A beautiful story of a teacher dedicated to his children in care, with no desire for any other greatness than unveiling the marvel of music to the youth; and that of one of his students.

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Abraham G

Mar 27, 2015

A very simple story told in a very simple way. It could have gone deep into characters and their emotions without overdoing sentimentalism. The main reason for which you may find the characters appealing is because of the film's manipulation over the audiences' feelings, using very plane resources. Nevertheless it is entertaining and touching in a way. Maybe a fantasy, but movies don't have to be made out of reality.

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George L

May 29, 2013

Predictable? Yes. Heartwarming? Absolutely.

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Christophe Barratier

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Gérard Jugnot

Clément Mathieu

François Berléand

Rachin

Kad Merad

Chabert

Jacques Perrin

Pierre Morhange adulte

Jean-Baptiste Maunier

Pierre Morhange enfant

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Synopsis

Pierre (Jean-Baptiste Maunier) is an aimless child at an austere boarding school in France. The students and faculty are constantly at odds with one another, until a music teacher, Clément Mathieu (Gérard Jugnot), arrives and starts a choir. Clément -- who has troubles of his own -- tries to change the reactionary policies of the school, choosing instead to encourage his students. His efforts have a particular impact on Pierre, who shows great musical promise.

Director: Christophe Barratier
Producer: Jacques Perrin, Arthur Cohn, Nicolas Mauvernay
Screenwriter: Christophe Barratier
Distributor: Miramax Films
Production Co: Pathé Cinéma, France 2 Cinema
Rating: PG-13 (Some Language|Sex References|Violence)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: French (France)
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 14, 2005, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 8, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $3.6M
Runtime: 1h 37m

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