La Commune (Paris, 1871)

Synopsis

In 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 denizens of the Commune, especially the Popincourt neighborhood in the XIth arrondissement. They voice thoughts and feelings concerning the social and political reforms.

Director

Peter Watkins

Written by

Agathe Bluysen

Studio

La Sept-Arte

Released

3 July 2003

Genres

War, Drama, History