La Commune (Paris, 1871)

We are in the year 1871. A journalist for Versailles Television broadcasts a soothing and official view of events while a Commune television is set up to provide the perspectives of the Paris rebels. On a stage-like set, more than 200 actors interpret characters of the Commune, especially the Popincourt neighborhood in the XIth arrondissement. They voice their thoughts and feelings concerning the social and political reforms.

Country:

France

Genre:

War,

Drama,

History

Duration:

345 minutes

Year:

2003

Director:

Peter Watkins

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Company:

13 Productions,

La Sept-Arte,

Musée d'Orsay

Cast:

Laundress

Child in Cour Popincourt

Baker

Marie-Louise Théron

Doctor's wife

Crew:

Director

Editor

Assistant Director

Editor

Writer