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The Devil in the Skin(2011)
Status: Released
Date: 2011-11-02
65%
2 Votes
Time: 1h 22m
Overview:
Coming-of-age drama telling the story of the strong bond between Xavier and his little brother Jacques and their struggle to remain together despite all odds. Over the course of a summer vacation, both brothers struggle with the harsh reality that Jacques will be sent to a school for children with special needs when a new term begins.
Languages: French.
Countries:
France
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Movie: The Devil in the Skin
Top 5 Billed Cast
Quentin Grosset
Xavier
Francis Renaud
The father
Joséphine Derenne
Aurélie Meriel
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Overview
Coming-of-age drama telling the story of the strong bond between Xavier and his little brother Jacques and their struggle to remain together despite all odds. Over the course of a summer vacation, both brothers struggle with the harsh reality that Jacques will be sent to a school for children with special needs when a new term begins.
Release Date
2011-11-02
Average
6.5
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