The Wild Child (1970)

  • G
  • 09/09/1970 (US)
  • Drama, History
  • 1h 23m

At last an adult film to which you can take your children.

Overview

In a French forest circa 1798, a child–who cannot walk, speak, read or write–is found. A doctor becomes interested in the case and patiently attempts to civilise the boy.

François Truffaut

Director, Screenplay

Jean Gruault

Screenplay

Jean Itard

Novel

Cast

Jean-Pierre Cargol's headshot

Jean-Pierre Cargol

Victor, l'Enfant Sauvage
François Truffaut's headshot

François Truffaut

Le Dr Jean Itard
Françoise Seigner's headshot

Françoise Seigner

Madame Guerin
Jean Dasté's headshot

Jean Dasté

Professor Philippe Pinel
Annie Miller's headshot

Annie Miller

Madame Lemeri
Claude Miller's headshot

Claude Miller

Monsieur Lemeri
Paul Villé's headshot

Paul Villé

Remy
Nathan Miller's headshot

Nathan Miller

Baby Lemeri

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