Summer in the Forest 2018

In this poignant documentary, four individuals, once institutionalized as "idiots," are freed by philosopher Jean Vanier's crusade in the 1960s. Together, they form L'Arche, a forest commune near Paris, sparking a quiet revolution of human connection and joy. As Vanier reflects on his 80-plus years at L'Arche, he reveals the transformative power of embracing vulnerability and simplicity.

In this poignant documentary, four individuals, once institutionalized as "idiots," are freed by philosopher Jean Vanier's crusade in the 1960s. Together, they form L'Arche, a forest commune near Paris, sparking a quiet revolution of human connection and joy. As Vanier reflects on his 80-plus years at L'Arche, he reveals the transformative power of embracing vulnerability and simplicity.

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Summer in the Forest does not have end credit scenes.

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