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The Wild Child

1970·Movie
1h 23min·G
86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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A , drama: , but gripping, .

Good for family movie night · friends night · kids

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At last an adult film to which you can take your children.

The true story of Victor of Aveyron. In a French forest circa 1798, an abandoned child — feral, filthy and mentally impaired — is found. Dr Jean Marc Gaspard Itard becomes interested in the case and patiently attempts to civilise the boy.
Historical DramaComing-of-Age StorySocial CommentaryCharacter StudyPhilosophical ExplorationEducationalFrench New WaveHumanistNature vs. Nurture

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Where can I stream The Wild Child?

In the United States, The Wild Child streams on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo, and it is free with ads on Tubi TV. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is The Wild Child worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 94). Critics rate it higher (97 out of 100) than audiences (77).

Is The Wild Child okay for kids?

G

Yes: it's rated G in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is The Wild Child plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Wild Child in English?

French

No, it was made in French.