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The Chorus (2004)

7.7/10 · 2,671 votes 1h 37m pg-13 ComedyDramaMusic

#14 of 179 films from 2004 #164 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Christophe Barratier · Written by Philippe Lopes-Curval, Christophe Barratier, René Wheeler, Georges Chaperot

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Overview

In 1940s France, a new teacher at a school for disruptive boys gives hope and inspiration.

Cast

Gérard Jugnotas Clément Mathieu
François Berléandas Rachin
Kad Meradas Chabert
Jean-Paul Bonnaireas Father Maxence
Marie Bunelas Violette Morhange
Jean-Baptiste Maunieras Pierre Morhange
Maxence Perrinas Pépinot
Grégory Gatignolas Pascal Mondain
Thomas Blumenthalas Corbin
Cyril Bernicotas Le Querrec
Philippe du Janerandas Mr. Langlois
Carole Weissas Countess
Erick Desmarestzas Doctor Dervaux
Didier Flamandas Pépinot adult

Facts

Release dateMarch 17, 2004
Runtime97 min (1h 37m) — about the same as the 2004 average of 106 min
GenresComedy, Drama, Music
Original titleLes Choristes
LanguageFR
Budget$5,300,000
Box office$83,600,000 (15.8× budget)
IMDbtt0372824

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Questions

How long is The Chorus?
The Chorus runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Is The Chorus worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.7/10 across 2,671 votes, which places it #14 of 179 films released in 2004 in this index (top 93%) and #164 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Chorus?
The Chorus was directed by Christophe Barratier.
Who stars in The Chorus?
Gérard Jugnot as Clément Mathieu; François Berléand as Rachin; Kad Merad as Chabert; Jean-Paul Bonnaire as Father Maxence; Marie Bunel as Violette Morhange; Jean-Baptiste Maunier as Pierre Morhange.
What is The Chorus rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Chorus?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/79960.

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