one of the best movies of 2004

Rating: 10/10 (24 May 2005)

Although Mondain's character was of no real use to the plot and characters, this remains a wonderful, tender movie, full of insight and emotion. This was also a brilliant start for a bunch of kids who have never acted and are the actual singers. It was also filmed during the hottest summer of 2002 in France. Chapeau as they say in France! I have bought the DVD and still have tears at the end of the movie. It is a must see for kids of all ages. The music is wonderful, especially if you speak French, but the melodies are still excellent, no matter what. Kids in Belgium and France are now singing these songs in school. A bit like the Sound of Music was when I was growing up. True classics! Enjoy the movie.