You'll Be a Man

A gentle, quietly touching story of an unlikely friendship that nudges two lonely people toward growing up.

Directed by

Benoît Cohen

Genres

Comedy, Drama

Starring

Aurelio Cohen, Jules Sagot, Eléonore Pourriat

Overview

Léo is 10 and wise beyond his years. A solitary dreamer who seeks refuge in books. When the carefree 20-year-old Théo steps into his life, it forces Léo out of his shell. Despite their age difference, the two becomes best friends, helping each other face up to their responsibilities.

How it feels

Warm, earnest, light and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Friendship, coming-of-age, isolation, found family

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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