The Wild Child

Release Date: 1970-02-26

Runtime: 83

Languages: Français

Rating: 7.1

Votes: 291

Genres: Drama | History

Director: François Truffaut

Description: In 1798, a feral boy is discovered outside the town of Aveyron, France. Diagnosed as mentally impaired, he is relegated to an asylum. A young doctor named Jean Itard becomes convinced that the boy has...In 1798, a feral boy is discovered outside the town of Aveyron, France. Diagnosed as mentally impaired, he is relegated to an asylum. A young doctor named Jean Itard becomes convinced that the boy has normal mental capacity, but that his development was hindered by lack of contact with society. He brings the boy home and begins an arduous attempt at education over several years.Read More

Production Companies:

Les Films du Carrosse

Les Productions Artistes Associés