Plot — What is To Be and to Have about?
The documentary's title translates as "to be and to have", the two auxiliary verbs in the French language. It is about a primary school in the commune of Saint-Étienne-sur-Usson, Puy-de-Dôme, France, the population of which is just over 200. The school has one small class of mixed ages (from four to twelve years), with a dedicated teacher, Georges Lopez, who shows patience and respect for the children as we follow their story through a single school year.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | French |
| Runtime | 104 min |
| Audience Score | 73% (7.3/10, 153 votes) |
To Be and to Have — FAQ
Is To Be and to Have worth watching? To Be and to Have holds a 7.3/10 rating from 153 viewers. The documentary's title translates as "to be and to have", the two auxiliary verbs in the French language. It is about a primary school in the commune of Saint-Étienne-sur-Usson, Puy-de-Dôme, France, the population of wh
Who directed To Be and to Have? Directed by Nicolas Philibert.
Who is in the cast of To Be and to Have? It stars Georges Lopez, Johan, Alizé, Guillaume, Létitia, Johann and more.
Where can I stream To Be and to Have? You can stream To Be and to Have on Kino Film Collection. Availability may vary by region.
When did To Be and to Have release? It released in 2002.
