Forbidden Games

During World War II, a young orphaned girl named Paulette is sent to live with peasant farmers after her parents are killed in a bombing raid. Distraught and confused, she befriends a young boy, Michel, who helps her navigate her grief by encouraging her to create a secret world where she can bury and commemorate the animals she finds dead. Their innocent game escalates as they begin to 'bury' humans as well, reflecting the senselessness of the war around them.

Forbidden Games was met with widespread critical acclaim for its profound emotional impact and sensitive portrayal of childhood innocence amidst the brutality of war. It resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike, earning numerous awards and becoming a celebrated classic.

• A deeply moving and poignant exploration of childhood innocence confronting the horrors of war.
• Masterfully directed with superb performances from its young leads.
• A thought-provoking and unforgettable cinematic experience.

Google audience: Audiences widely praise the film's powerful emotional narrative and its unique perspective on how children cope with loss and trauma. Many are moved by the performances and the film's enduring message about the resilience of the human spirit.

Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, BAFTA Award for Best Film from Any Source.

The film's controversial subject matter and realistic portrayal of children's reactions to death led to it being banned in several countries, including the United States, upon its initial release.