Marcel Pagnol: My Father's Glory, My Mother's Castle

My Father's Glory (Le Gloire De Mon Père) (1991)

Author Marcel Pagnol's childhood reminiscences about life in the South of France at the turn of the century make up this bittersweet look at the joys and pains of growing up. Director Yves Robert's film focuses on Marcel, an 11-year-old boy's relationship with his schoolteacher father and his adventures at the family's summer home in the mountains. Philippe Caubère, Nathalie Roussel, Julien Ciamaca star. 110 min. In French with English subtitles. C/Rtg: G

My Mother's Castle (Le Château De Ma Mère) (1991)

The continuation of Marcel Pagnol's adventures begun in "My Father's Glory" follows young Marcel's experiences in a prestigious school, his Christmas in the country, and how his family trespasses on a private road en route to their holiday home. Philippe Caubère, Nathalie Roussel, Julien Ciamaca star. 99 min. In French with English subtitles. C/Rtg: PG