Movies are generally developed for several reasons. Most writers and directors come up with films that present or represent certain thematic and current issues that they have in mind. These numbers may be intended for entertainment purposes as well as educational purposes. It is essential to note that films usually carry societal connotations (Guynn 127). They describe the desires and sufferings of people within society. They capture lifestyles, cultures and political, social and economic issues, among others. The cinematic and narrative elements of films as well as other stylistic devices help bring out the desired meaning or outcome. Modern filmmakers have creatively used various aspects showing events depicting the historical growth of particular nations. These films show the reasons why certain historical aspects were erased or remained and why they are of particular importance to these nations. Au Revoir les Enfantes also known as Goodbye Children is about a French boarding school run by priests (Everett 49). The school seems to be a place of protection where people enjoyed peace and harmony until a new student entered the school. The new student was assigned a room that he could share with a student at the top of his class. Although they became rivals from their first contact, they subsequently form an inseparable bond linked by a common secret. They became friends one night when they got lost in the woods and were rescued by German soldiers. The soldiers wrapped them in blankets and took them back to school. The film was written and directed by Louis Malle. It was produced in 1987 (Everett 49). The film is based on an event that occurred in January 1944. Louis...... middle of paper ...... written in particular countries. They achieve this through cinematic and narrative conventions. They describe the class struggles in these historical periods. The films are used as representatives of national cinematic history, like Rossellini and Vittorio as representatives of the Italian neorealists. Autobiographical elements were also used to authenticate the thematic development of the films. Louis Malle used his autobiographical elements to influence the themes of Au Revoir les Enfants. They represent a realistic version of the fictional film. Therefore, the above films clearly show that films can be important aspects when studying historical information of particular nations. Indeed, films can be used to transmit information from one generation to another. They are therefore essential tools in the representation of historical information..