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The Chorus

Play trailer Poster for The Chorus PG-13 Released Jan 14, 2005 1h 37m Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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68% Tomatometer 105 Reviews 92% Popcornmeter 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.
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While predictable, this low-key heartwarmer manages to be uplifting without overdoing the sentiment.

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Matthew Leyland BBC.com Even though all the notes are predictable, the film hits them with wit, warmth and gusto. Rated: 3/5 Mar 8, 2005 Full Review Nelson Pressley Washington Post Ultimately effective on its own unambitious terms, but it's not the freshest thing to come down the pike. Jan 28, 2005 Full Review Peter Howell Toronto Star Rises above feelgood status by virtue of its credible acting and outstanding score. Rated: 2.5/4 Jan 28, 2005 Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com It is a simple, familiar story brought to life uniquely and touchingly. Rated: 3.5/4.0 Sep 5, 2020 Full Review David Gurney Common Sense Media Boarding school antics and the power of music. Rated: 3/5 Jan 1, 2011 Full Review Doris Toumarkine Film Journal International So infused with nostalgia, optimism and authenticity, it will prove irresistible to the older art-house demographic. Mar 1, 2007 Full Review Read all reviews

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Rafael A Amazing movie! Great script, well directed, short but exciting! Great movie to watch on a Sunday afternoon. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/16/25 Full Review James W Beautiful, heart warming film. Quintessential French cinema at its best. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/10/25 Full Review Teo D One of the best (french) movies Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/24/25 Full Review ano n in my french class whe had to watch lot of french movies and this was the best!!! even if you don´t speak french it is a must see!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/01/25 Full Review patric x One of the best films I have ever seen. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/22/24 Full Review LCM One of my absolute favourites. This movie just hit me right in the feels. The kids are amazing. Shout out to Jean-Baptiste Maunier (the main kid) , he has a beautiful singing voice that truly gave me chills. A lovely movie that everyone should watch. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/02/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Christophe Barratier

Director

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