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Standing Tall
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Title: Standing Tall

Release Date: 13 May 2015

Runtime: 1h 59m

Genre: Drama

Director: Les Films du Kiosque, France 2 Cinéma

Production Companies: Les Films du Kiosque, France 2 Cinéma

Overview: The film tells the story of Malony and his education as he grows from a six-year-old into an 18-year-old. A minors’ judge and a caseworker work tirelessly to try to save the young offender.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.209 (470 votes)

Cast

  • Malony Ferrandot: Rod Paradot
  • Le Juge: Catherine Deneuve
  • Séverine Ferrandot: Sara Forestier
  • Yann: Benoît Magimel
  • Tess: Diane Rouxel
  • Claudine: Élizabeth Mazev
  • La directrice du CEF: Anne Suarez
  • Maître Robin: Christophe Meynet
  • Gladys Valée: Catherine Salée
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