Freedom
Originally released in 2009. Freedom is a drama film. directed by Tony Gatlif.
Starring Marc Lavoine, James Thierrée, and Mathias Laliberté
Synopsis
A Gypsy family travels the French roads during the Second World War, followed by Little Claude, a young boy seeking a new family after his parents "left and never returned". Upon reaching a town where they traditionally stop for a few months and work in vineyards, they learn that a new law forbids them from being nomadic. Theodore, the town's mayor, and Miss Lundi, the schoolteacher, protect and help the Gypsies. Despite this, They are arrested and placed in an internment camp. Theodore manages to rescue them and gives them a piece of property where they must settle. But the Gypsies' deeply ingrained thirst for freedom makes this sedentary lifestyle difficult to bear. After Theodore and Miss Lundi are arrested for resistance, the Gypsies decide they must get back on the move in order to remain free.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 1, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
1h 51m
111 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (31 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Princes Production
- France 3 Cinéma
- Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Cinéma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom about?
A Gypsy family travels the French roads during the Second World War, followed by Little Claude, a young boy seeking a new family after his parents "left and never returned". Upon reaching a town wh...
Who directed Freedom?
Freedom was directed by Tony Gatlif.
How long is Freedom?
Freedom has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).
When was Freedom released?
Freedom was released on August 1, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Freedom?
The main cast of Freedom includes Marc Lavoine, James Thierrée, Mathias Laliberté, Marie-Josée Croze, Carlo Brandt.