At the Makarenko public elementary school on the outskirts of Paris, devoted teachers help children learn, grow, and discover confidence. Through patience, determination, and compassion, they prepare their students to become not only successful learners, but thoughtful, responsible human beings.

Premiering as an Official Selection at the Cannes Film Festival, ELEMENTARY continues acclaimed documentarian Claire Simon’s exploration of childhood and education with an “observant, fluid, and engaging” portrait of the “daily lives of students and teachers” (Film-Forward) where learning extends far beyond the classroom.

“ELEMENTARY is an accomplished project. Not only does Simon meet these students on their own terms – she also handles their trust with an inspiring level of care.” –The Hollywood Reporter

DIRECTED BY CLAIRE SIMON
FRANCH | 2024 | FRENCH WITH ENGLISH SUBTITLES