The 400 Blows Timeline ( Real )

biography
February 6, 1932

Birth of François Truffaut

François Truffaut, the director and writer of The 400 Blows, is born in Paris, France.

film_release
May 19, 1959

Release of The 400 Blows

The film The 400 Blows, directed by François Truffaut, is released in France. It marks a major milestone in the French New Wave cinema movement.

The 400 Blows Timeline ( Fictional )

school_issue
early school year

Antoine's Troubled School Start

Antoine Doinel begins to show signs of trouble in school, often caught daydreaming and engaging in minor mischief.

rebellion
mid school year

Antoine Skips Class

Antoine skips school to explore the city, demonstrating his rebellious nature.

family_conflict
shortly after skipping class

Antoine is Caught Lying to His Parents

Antoine lies about his whereabouts after skipping school, leading to distrust with his parents.

discipline
towards the end of the school year

Antoine is Sent to the Director's Office

Due to his persistent misbehavior, Antoine is called to the school director's office for discipline.

misconduct
shortly before summer

Antoine Steals a Typewriter Ribbon

Antoine steals a typewriter ribbon from the school, further escalating his troubles.

family_conflict
summer

Antoine Runs Away from Home

After a fight with his parents and feeling misunderstood, Antoine runs away from home to live on his own.

law_enforcement
summer

Antoine is Found by the Police

While trying to live independently, Antoine is found by the police and returned home.

detention
late summer

Antoine is Sent to a Juvenile Detention Center

Due to repeated misbehavior and being labeled delinquent, Antoine is sent to a juvenile detention center.

escape
late summer

Antoine Escapes the Detention Center

Antoine makes a daring escape from the juvenile detention center, seeking freedom.

freedom
immediately after escape

Antoine Runs to the Sea

After escaping, Antoine runs to the sea, symbolizing his desire for freedom and a new beginning.