The magnificent novel, on which this was based, was on the reading list when I was in college. Although France is a country neighbor of Belgium, I cannot say I am deeply familiar with its literature. But the work is truly a piece of art, a classic. I love it from the first page to the last. I have always had the impression the novel was more liked by boys and men, probably this is because of the evocation of a boy's childhood, and his amorous adventures. I could only find two film adaptations, both of which are in color ('67 and 2006). I was once told though the best version of this film is an older black and white one. I've been looking for this for ages, without success. I wonder if this film was ever released on video, anyway.
Review of The Wanderer
