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Once in a Lifetime

By Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar

2014

Drama

1h45

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8.3/10

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3.7/5

Press

4.1/5

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Synopsis

At Léon Blum High School in Créteil, France, a history teacher decides to have her weakest 10th grade class participate in a national history competition.

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Viewers are deeply moved by 'Once in a Lifetime,' praising its heartfelt portrayal of a dedicated teacher transforming her challenging class through a history project on the Holocaust. The film, inspired by true events, is celebrated for its emotional depth and the realistic performances of its young actors. While some find the character transformations a bit rapid, the overall sentiment is one of inspiration and respect for educators who passionately commit to their students.

👍 Inspiring portrayal of transformative education.

👎 Character development may feel rushed.

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1 reviews
Camille
Camillerated ★ 7/10
March 25, 2024

Casting

Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar

Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar

Director

Ariane Ascaride

Ariane Ascaride

Anne Gueguen

Ahmed Dramé

Ahmed Dramé

Malik

Noémie Merlant

Noémie Merlant

Mélanie

Geneviève Mnich

Geneviève Mnich

Yvette

Wendy Nieto

Wendy Nieto

Jamila

Aïmen Derriachi

Aïmen Derriachi

Said

Stéphane Bak

Stéphane Bak

Max

Mohamed Seddiki

Mohamed Seddiki

Olivier / Brahim

Naomi Amarger

Naomi Amarger

Julie

AL

Alicia Dadoun

Camélia

AD

Adrien Hurdubae

Théo

RA

Raky Sall

Koudjiji

Amine Lansari

Amine Lansari

Rudy

KO

Koro Dramé

Léa

Léon Zyguel

Lui-même

Xavier Maly

Xavier Maly

Le proviseur

Lionel Cecilio

Lionel Cecilio

Joe

Khadim Sylla

Khadim Sylla

Kevin

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