Le Petit Nicolas
Le Petit Nicolas

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Le Petit Nicolas

1964
Movie
23 min
French

At school, Nicolas is falsely accused of misbehaving and is expelled. On school photo day, Nicolas will try to prove his innocence, with disastrous consequences.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Pierre VilletteGenres: Animation, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

Based on the beloved comic strip, "Le Petit Nicolas" follows the mischievous adventures of a young French schoolboy and his friends. Through Nicolas's innocent yet skewed perspective, we witness the hilarious escapades of his classmates, his teachers, and his parents, all rendered with the charming wit and observational humor of Sempé and Goscinny.

Critical Reception

The 1964 animated film adaptation of "Le Petit Nicolas" is generally cherished by audiences familiar with the source material, praised for its faithful adaptation of the characters and situations. While specific critical reviews from its initial release are scarce, it's remembered fondly for its humor and gentle satire of childhood and French society.

What Reviewers Say

  • Captures the spirit and humor of the original comic strips.

  • Delightful and nostalgic viewing for fans of Nicolas.

  • A charming look at childhood through the eyes of a mischievous boy.

Google audience: Audience reception for the 1964 film is largely positive among those who have seen it, with many appreciating its faithful adaptation of the iconic characters and their humorous predicaments.

Fun Fact

The character of Nicolas was first created in 1959 by René Goscinny (writer of Asterix) and Jean-Jacques Sempé (illustrator), and their collaboration on the comics predates this animated film adaptation.

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