The Dardenne Brothers In Person - THE KID WITH A BIKE - Golden Globe Nominee January 12, 2012

THE KID WITH A BIKE, 2011, 87 min. Dirs. Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne. 11-year old Cyril (Thomas Doret) is the problem child of his state-run youth farm, insisting through tantrums that his neglectful father will return for him. During an escape attempt, Cyril encounters a hairdresser (Cecile De France) who offers to host him on the weekends – but her efforts to help the troubled boy are threatened by a local drug dealer. The Grand Prix winner at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival. In French with English subtitles. Directors Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne will appear in person for a discussion after the screening.

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