The Chorus

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The Chorus

PG-13

Released Jan 14, 2005

1h 37m

Drama

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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

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

Rated: 3/5

Mar 8, 2005

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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

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Peter Howell

Toronto Star

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

Rated: 2.5/4

Jan 28, 2005

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

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

Rated: 3.5/4.0

Sep 5, 2020

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David Gurney

Common Sense Media

Boarding school antics and the power of music.

Rated: 3/5

Jan 1, 2011

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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

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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

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James W

Beautiful, heart warming film. Quintessential French cinema at its best.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/10/25

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Teo D

One of the best (french) movies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/24/25

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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

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patric x

One of the best films I have ever seen.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/22/24

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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

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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