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Chronicle of a Summer

Chronicle of a Summer

The first film of cinéma vérité

Paris, summer 1960. Anthropologist and filmmaker Jean Rouch and sociologist and film critic Edgar Morin wander through the crowded streets asking passersby how they cope with life's misfortunes.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Chronique d'un été (Paris 1960)
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 1961-10-20
  • Runtime: 91 minutes
  • Rating: 7.2/10 (102 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Argos films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.7039
  • Languages: French

Cast & Crew

Edgar Morin

Edgar Morin

as Self

Jean Rouch

Jean Rouch

as Self

Marceline Loridan-Ivens

Marceline Loridan-Ivens

as Self

Marilù Parolini

Marilù Parolini

as Self

Jean-Pierre Sergent

Jean-Pierre Sergent

as Self

Régis Debray

Régis Debray

as Self

Nadine Ballot

Nadine Ballot

as Self

Modeste Landry

Modeste Landry

as Self

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

What Is Cinéma Vérité?

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Keywords

friendshipparis, francecinema on cinemasaint-tropez, francesummer vacationfrench colonialismcinéma véritéobservational cinemahuman interestworking lifetraumatized womanpersonal relationshipsbeing humanhuman conditionfrench societystreet interview

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chronicle of a Summer?

Chronicle of a Summer is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1961-10-20.

Who are the main actors in Chronicle of a Summer?

The main cast includes Edgar Morin, Jean Rouch, Marceline Loridan-Ivens, Marilù Parolini, Jean-Pierre Sergent, .

Where can I watch Chronicle of a Summer online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Chronicle of a Summer is available.

Is Chronicle of a Summer based on a true story?

The first film of cinéma vérité

What is the IMDb rating of Chronicle of a Summer?

Chronicle of a Summer has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 102 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Chronicle of a Summer?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Chronicle of a Summer?

The soundtrack was composed by Argos films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Chronicle of a Summer filmed?

Chronicle of a Summer was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Chronicle of a Summer?

The total runtime of Chronicle of a Summer is 91 minutes.

Is Chronicle of a Summer suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Chronicle of a Summer?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Chronicle of a Summer.

Does Chronicle of a Summer have a post-credit scene?

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