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The school of Derrière-Pertuis, situated on a ridge of the Jura mountains, is the subject of this Swiss documentary, chronicling a year in the life of its students and teacher.

"Gilbert, has been teaching at the school for 41 years - three generations of 6-12 year-old pupils. His teaching style combines theory with interactive learning. The kids study everything from the Napoleonic Wars to the concept of hydraulic engineering to traditional Swiss cheese-making methods... But just around the corner from all the happiness and smiles, lies something that will ultimately jeopardize the future of the school." (Locarno International Film Festival)

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