The Fire That Burns

The Fire That Burns

Some kids should be left the hell alone.

1997 · 91 min · ★ 5.4 · Drama

Two boys in their early teens in a strictly-run pre-WWII Catholic School form a firm friendship which is troubled by an abbot who is obsessed with the younger of the students.

Directed by Christophe Malavoy · Written by Didier Decoin

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