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When I Was 5, I Killed Myself (1994): cast, story & where to watch

1994 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 1994, When I Was 5, I Killed Myself is a drama film directed by Jean-Claude Sussfeld, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. This film is about Gils, a young boy (about ten) in a juvenile mental hospital in 1950's France. Flashbacks recount his conflicts with authority and his strong relationship with Jessica, a similarly rebellious schoolmate. Simultaneously, a compassionate doctor develops a trusting friendship with Gils, which a higher-ranking authoritarian doctor tries to thwart.

Who’s in it. When I Was 5, I Killed Myself stars Dimitri Rougeul as Gil, Blanche Ravalec as La mère de Gil, Patrick Bouchitey as Dr. Nevele and Salomé Lelouch as Jessica, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, When I Was 5, I Killed Myself has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When I Was 5, I Killed Myself page.

If you liked it. Fans of When I Was 5, I Killed Myself tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Where can I watch When I Was 5, I Killed Myself (1994)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for When I Was 5, I Killed Myself change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is When I Was 5, I Killed Myself worth watching?
When I Was 5, I Killed Myself holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in When I Was 5, I Killed Myself?
When I Was 5, I Killed Myself stars Dimitri Rougeul, Blanche Ravalec, Patrick Bouchitey, Salomé Lelouch and Anny Romand.
When was When I Was 5, I Killed Myself released?
When I Was 5, I Killed Myself was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.