# Small Change (1976)

> François Truffaut’s affectionate portrait of children finding mischief, friendship, and resilience amid the ordinary difficulties of small-town life.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1104

## Facts

- Runtime: 104 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: François Truffaut
- Cast: Jean-François Stévenin, Virginie Thévenet, Chantal Mercier, Tania Torrens, Nicole Félix, Philippe Goldman, Bruno de Stabenrath, Georges Desmouceaux
- TMDB rating: 7.2/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074152/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, tender, nostalgic, lazy sunday, family film night

## Synopsis

A charming exploration of childhood and community during a summer filled with growth and discovery.

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