Sexual Chronicles of a French Family (2012)
A candid, multigenerational French comedy-drama that explores desire, intimacy, and family bonds with disarming honesty.
Sexual Chronicles of a French Family - Movie Information
- Original Title: Chroniques sexuelles d'une famille d'aujourd'hui
- Release Year: 2012
- Directed by: Jean-Marc Barr, Pascal Arnold
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Age Rating (US): NR
- Runtime: 1h 25m
- Original Language: French
- Spoken Languages: French
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 9, 2012 (France - 12), June 1, 2012 (United States - NR), October 5, 2012 (Spain - 18)
- Alternative Titles: 家庭性的编年史 (CN), Egy francia család szexuális krónikája (HU), Seksualne kroniki francuskiej rodziny (PL), Die sexuellen Geheimnisse einer Familie (DE), Crônicas Sexuais de uma Família Francesa (BR), Crónicas Sexuais de uma Família Francesa (PT), 性福家族 (TW), Crónicas sexuales de una familia francesa (ES)
- Production Companies: Toloda, Monkey Pack Films
- Production Countries: France
Sexual Chronicles of a French Family - Plot
Three generations of a French family open up about their sexual experiences and desires after young Romain is caught masturbating in his biology class.
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Sexual Chronicles of a French Family - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Jean-Marc Barr
- Pascal Arnold
Main Cast
- Mathias Melloul
- Valérie Maës
- Stephan Hersoen
- Pierre Perrier
- Yan Brian
- Adeline Rebeillard
- Leïla Denio
- Gregory Annoni
- Nathan Duval
- Laetitia Favart
Writers
- Pascal Arnold
- Lucy Allwood
Producers
- Vanessa Fourgeaud
- Jean-Yves Roubin
- Jean-Marc Barr
- Nicolas Coppermann
- Julien Bonvicini
Sexual Chronicles of a French Family - FAQs
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Is Sexual Chronicles of a French Family based on a true story?
No, the film is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional work written by Pascal Arnold and Lucy Allwood. The story follows an invented French family navigating candid conversations about sexuality across three generations, presented in a naturalistic, semi-documentary style.
What is Sexual Chronicles of a French Family about?
The film follows a French family thrown into frank discussions about sex and desire after teenage Romain is caught masturbating at school. Each family member — parents, grandparents, and siblings — begins sharing their own intimate experiences, creating a candid, multigenerational portrait of sexuality and human connection.
Who are the main actors in this film?
The principal cast includes Mathias Melloul as Romain, Valérie Maës as Claire, Stephan Hersoen as Hervé, Pierre Perrier as Maxime, Yan Brian as Michel, Adeline Rebeillard as Coralie, Leïla Denio as Marie, Gregory Annoni as Cédric, Nathan Duval as Pierre, and Laetitia Favart as Nathalie.
Is Sexual Chronicles of a French Family worth watching?
For viewers comfortable with frank depictions of sexuality, the film offers a refreshingly non-judgmental look at desire across generations. Its naturalistic performances and episodic structure give it a documentary warmth. It is best suited to open-minded adult audiences interested in European arthouse cinema and coming-of-age narratives.
What is the age rating for this film?
Sexual Chronicles of a French Family is rated NR (Not Rated) in the United States. In France it received a 12 certificate, while Spain classified it as 18. Given its explicit sexual content and mature themes, the film is intended strictly for adult audiences.
Who directed Sexual Chronicles of a French Family?
The film was co-directed by Jean-Marc Barr and Pascal Arnold, the French-American filmmaking duo known for their naturalistic, boundary-pushing collaborations. Barr also served as cinematographer and editor on the project, while Arnold co-wrote the screenplay alongside Lucy Allwood.
How long is Sexual Chronicles of a French Family?
Sexual Chronicles of a French Family has a runtime of 85 minutes, making it a compact and efficiently paced feature. Its episodic structure allows each family member's story to unfold in focused, intimate vignettes without overstaying its welcome.
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