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The Chorus

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68% Tomatometer 105 Reviews 92% Popcornmeter 25,000+ Ratings
Pierre (Jean-Baptiste Maunier) is an aimless child at an austere boarding school in France. The students and faculty are constantly at odds with one another, until a music teacher, Clément Mathieu (Gérard Jugnot), arrives and starts a choir. Clément -- who has troubles of his own -- tries to change the reactionary policies of the school, choosing instead to encourage his students. His efforts have a particular impact on Pierre, who shows great musical promise.
The Chorus

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Critics Consensus

While predictable, this low-key heartwarmer manages to be uplifting without overdoing the sentiment.

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Matthew Leyland BBC.com Mar 8, 2005
3/5
Even though all the notes are predictable, the film hits them with wit, warmth and gusto. Go to Full Review Nelson Pressley Washington Post Jan 28, 2005
Ultimately effective on its own unambitious terms, but it's not the freshest thing to come down the pike. Go to Full Review Peter Howell Toronto Star Jan 28, 2005
2.5/4
Rises above feelgood status by virtue of its credible acting and outstanding score. Go to Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Sep 5, 2020
3.5/4.0
It is a simple, familiar story brought to life uniquely and touchingly. Go to Full Review David Gurney Common Sense Media Jan 1, 2011
3/5
Boarding school antics and the power of music. Go to Full Review Doris Toumarkine Film Journal International Mar 1, 2007
So infused with nostalgia, optimism and authenticity, it will prove irresistible to the older art-house demographic. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Jane D @RT46779547 Jul 5, 2026 They checked all the boxes for this movie. Gay chorus director, black woman singer, conscientious objector (maybe gay); wounded singer who comes back without an arm, loose woman, stuffy board members, interracial romantic relationship, and oh, those who can't sing and men given permission not to fight because they are members. See more Janak D @62Orka May 1, 2026 Beautiful movie! Definitely recommend this for people interested in choir music. Not as catchy as expected but worthwhile none the less See more Rafael A @RT63966272 May 16, 2025 Amazing movie! Great script, well directed, short but exciting! Great movie to watch on a Sunday afternoon. See more James W @RT39326373 Apr 10, 2025 Beautiful, heart warming film. Quintessential French cinema at its best. See more Teo D @RT09790984 Mar 24, 2025 One of the best (french) movies See more ano n @RT09412788 Feb 1, 2025 in my french class whe had to watch lot of french movies and this was the best!!! even if you don´t speak french it is a must see!! See more Read all reviews
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Christophe Barratier

Director

Gérard Jugnot

Clément Mathieu

François Berléand

Rachin

Kad Merad

Chabert

Jacques Perrin

Pierre Morhange adulte

Jean-Baptiste Maunier

Pierre Morhange enfant

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Synopsis Pierre (Jean-Baptiste Maunier) is an aimless child at an austere boarding school in France. The students and faculty are constantly at odds with one another, until a music teacher, Clément Mathieu (Gérard Jugnot), arrives and starts a choir. Clément -- who has troubles of his own -- tries to change the reactionary policies of the school, choosing instead to encourage his students. His efforts have a particular impact on Pierre, who shows great musical promise.
Director
Christophe Barratier
Producer
Jacques Perrin, Arthur Cohn, Nicolas Mauvernay
Screenwriter
Christophe Barratier
Distributor
Miramax Films
Production Co
Pathé Cinéma, France 2 Cinema
Rating
PG-13 (Some Language|Sex References|Violence)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
French (France)
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 14, 2005, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 8, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$3.6M
Runtime
1h 37m
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