Elementary
Apprendre
Synopsis
In the Makarenko public elementary school in the Paris outskirts, children want to learn and to be cheered while teachers know they do not only teach, they also educate. With care, tenacity and efforts, children are trained to become not only responsible citizens but also human beings.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 17, 2025
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claire Simon
- Original Title
- Apprendre
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claire Simon
Department Leadership Roster
Claire Simon
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Elementary.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elementary
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Elementary about?
In the Makarenko public elementary school in the Paris outskirts, children want to learn and to be cheered while teachers know they do not only teach, they also educate. With care, tenacity and efforts, children are trained to become not only responsible citizens but also human beings.
Who directed Elementary?
Elementary was directed by Claire Simon.
Who stars in Elementary?
The principal cast of Elementary includes Not specified.
When was Elementary released and how long is it?
Elementary was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Elementary?
Elementary holds official age classifications: FR: TP.