Small Change
L'Argent de poche
Synopsis
The lives of a motherless young man, who's just starting to find interest in women, and his physically abused, poverty stricken friend, are mixed with more or less innocent childhood experiences and challenges most their age experience.
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Small Change / L'Argent de poche (1976) - Trailer EnglishOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-10-22
Top Cast
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Jean-François Stévenin
Jean-François Richet, the Schoolteacher
Virginie Thévenet
Lydie Richet
Chantal Mercier
Chantal Petit, the Schoolteacher
Tania Torrens
Nadine Riffle, hairdresser, Laurent's mother
Nicole Félix
Grégory's mother
Philippe Goldman
Julien Leclou
Bruno de Stabenrath
Bruno Rouillard
Georges Desmouceaux
Patrick Desmouceaux
René Barnerias
Monsieur Desmouceaux, Patrick's father
Francis Devlaeminck
Monsieur Riffle, hairdresser, Laurent's father
Laurent Devlaeminck
Laurent Riffle
Marcel Berbert
School Principal
François Truffaut
Martine's father
Laura Truffaut
Madeleine Doinel, Oscar's mother
Eva Truffaut
Patricia
Corinne Boucart
Corinne
Vincent Touly
Concierge
Pascale Bruchon
Martine
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 3, 1976
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- François Truffaut
- Screenplay & Story
- François Truffaut, Suzanne Schiffman
- Original Score
- Maurice Jaubert
- Original Title
- L'Argent de poche
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Les Productions Artistes Associés, Les Films du Carrosse
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
François Truffaut
François Truffaut, Suzanne Schiffman
Maurice Jaubert
Pierre-William Glenn
Yann Dedet
Marcel Berbert, François Truffaut
Department Leadership Roster
François Truffaut
Director
François Truffaut
Screenplay
Suzanne Schiffman
Screenplay
Marcel Berbert
Producer
Maurice Jaubert
Original Music Composer
Jean-Pierre Kohut-Svelko
Production Design
Yann Dedet
Editor
François Truffaut
Producer
Monique Dury
Costume Design
Pierre-William Glenn
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Small Change
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Small Change about?
The lives of a motherless young man, who's just starting to find interest in women, and his physically abused, poverty stricken friend, are mixed with more or less innocent childhood experiences and challenges most their age experience.
Who directed Small Change?
Small Change was directed by François Truffaut.
Who stars in Small Change?
The principal cast of Small Change includes Jean-François Stévenin, Virginie Thévenet, Chantal Mercier, Tania Torrens, Nicole Félix.
When was Small Change released and how long is it?
Small Change was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for Small Change?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Small Change was composed by Maurice Jaubert.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Small Change?
Small Change holds official age classifications: FR: TP; US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).