Upon its release in 2002, the film received critical acclaim for its sensitive treatment of a difficult subject. It stands as a "lacerating yet extremely sensitive" drama that avoids melodrama, preferring to focus on the quiet desperation of its protagonists. The movie is often discussed in contexts focusing on: Child psychology and the impact of early abandonment.
The Haunting Journey of Les Diables (2002) Les Diables (The Devils) is a raw, unflinching 2002 French drama directed by Christophe Ruggia that follows the nomadic, often feral lives of two abandoned siblings. Starring a young Adèle Haenel and Vincent Rottiers, the film explores the desperate lengths to which children will go to find a sense of belonging in a world that has largely forgotten them. A Quest for Home Les Diables -2002- Vk