Chronicle of a Summer

Chronicle of a Summer

The first film of cinéma vérité

Chronique d'un été (Paris 1960)

7.2 /10 116 votes
October 20, 1961 1h 31m Released

Storyline

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.

Key Information

Director Jean Rouch
Studio Argos films
Rating 7.2/10
Language FR

Cast & Crew

Edgar Morin

Edgar Morin

Self

Jean Rouch

Jean Rouch

Self

Marceline Loridan-Ivens

Marceline Loridan-Ivens

Self

Marilù Parolini

Self

Jean-Pierre Sergent

Jean-Pierre Sergent

Self

Régis Debray

Régis Debray

Self

Nadine Ballot

Self

Modeste Landry

Self

Frequently Asked Questions

Chronicle of a Summer was released on October 20, 1961.

The runtime of Chronicle of a Summer is 1h 31m.

Chronicle of a Summer is a Documentary movie.

Chronicle of a Summer has a rating of 7.2 out of 10 on TMDB.

Chronicle of a Summer is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Chronicle of a Summer was directed by Jean Rouch.

The main cast of Chronicle of a Summer includes Edgar Morin, Jean Rouch, Marceline Loridan-Ivens.

Chronicle of a Summer is originally in French.