Based on the novel Sans famille, by Hector Malot, first published in 1878.
English title: Remi, Nobody's Boy
Rémi is a boy who is sold by his adoptive father to a street entertainer. Rémi's wanderings as a street artist lead him to find out the truth about his origins.
I read an abridged version of the source novel as a child, and remember being very fond of it. I was disappointed at this filmic version, though I am not sure whether the fault is entirely on the film itself or on my having grown up. Anyway, it has some beautiful landscapes and passable acting performances. As for the narrative, it is melodramatic and not very exciting.
Rating: 40
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