"Les Quatre Cents Coups" is a 1959 French film directed by François Truffaut. It is a seminal work of the French New Wave movement, focusing on the life of a troubled adolescent named Antoine Doinel. The film explores themes of youth, rebellion, and the struggles of growing up in a challenging environment. The story follows Antoine as he faces neglect from his parents and struggles with authority figures, leading him to act out in various ways. The film is notable for its innovative storytelling techniques and its realistic portrayal of childhood, making it a classic in world cinema.