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The Butterfly

The Butterfly

20026.81h 25m

Overview

An old man who has one interest in life, collecting butterflies, has his life changed by an eight year old girl.

Directed by Philippe Muyl
Written by Philippe Muyl
Produced by Patrick Godeau
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Top Cast

Michel Serrault

Michel Serrault

Julien

Claire Bouanich

Claire Bouanich

Elsa

Nade Dieu

Nade Dieu

Isabelle

Françoise Michaud

Françoise Michaud

Cafe Waitress

Pierre Poirot

Pierre Poirot

Police Commissioner

Jacky Nercessian

Jacky Nercessian

Policeman

Jacques Bouanich

Jacques Bouanich

Sébastien's Father

H

Hélène Hily

Marguerite, the Concierge

Catherine Cyler

Catherine Cyler

Sébastien's Mother

J

Jerry Lucas

Sébastien

Themes & Keywords

neglected childinsect collectorolder friend

About The Butterfly

The Butterfly is a family, drama film released in 2002 exploring themes of neglected child, insect collector, older friend. Directed by Philippe Muyl, it stars Michel Serrault, Claire Bouanich, Nade Dieu. An old man who has one interest in life, collecting butterflies, has his life changed by an eight year old girl.

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