La Commune (Paris, 1871) (2003)

overview : 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 neighbourhood in the XIth arrondissement. They voice their own thoughts and feelings concerning the social and political reforms. The scenes consist mainly of long camera takes.

Release Date : Jul 03, 2003

Runtime : 5h 45m

Genre : War  Drama  History  

Companies : 13 Productions, La Sept-Arte, Musée d'Orsay

Countries : France

Keywords : france, paris, france, versailles, uprising, fake documentary, found footage, 19th century, anarchism, army vs civilians