The Lulus
By Yann Samuell
2023
Adventure / History
1h49
Synopsis
August 1914. While the German army is gaining ground in the North of France, four boys aged 10 to 15, LUcien, LUcas, LUigi and LUdwig are left behind during the evacuation of their orphanage. Without the protection of Abbé Turpin and the schoolteacher Leutellier, the Lulus are now stranded on their own behind the enemy front line. Soon joined by LUce, a pretty young girl separated from her parents, they decide to reach the neutral country of Switzerland by all means possible... they embark on an adventure for which nothing and no one has prepared them!
Community Reviews
Audience reactions to 'La guerre des Lulus' are generally positive, highlighting its emotional depth and historical setting that captivates both children and adults. Viewers praised the film for its engaging storytelling and strong performances, particularly noting its ability to evoke a range of emotions from laughter to tears. The realistic settings and the portrayal of the orphans' adventures during WWI were frequently commended. However, some found the plot somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven at times.
👍 Strong emotional impact and historical immersion.
👎 Some found the plot predictable.
