My Journey Through French Cinema

Name: My Journey Through French Cinema
Genre: Documentary
Released: June 23, 2017
Duration: 201 min
Rating: 87
Cast: André Marcon, Bertrand Tavernier, Claude Chabrol, Eddie Constantine, Georges de Beauregard

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Cohen Media Group | Release Date: June 23, 2017 | Not Rated

Starring: André Marcon, Bertrand Tavernier, Claude Chabrol, Eddie Constantine, Georges de Beauregard, Jacques Becker, Jean-Paul Belmondo, Marcel Carné, Michel Deville, Raoul Coutard, Thierry Frémaux

Summary: Writer-director Bertrand Tavernier is truly one of the grand auteurs of the movies. His experience is vast, his knowledge is voluminous, his love is inexhaustible and his perspective is matched only by that of Martin Scorsese. This magnificent, epic documentary has been a lifetime in the making. Tavernier knows his native cinema inside andWriter-director Bertrand Tavernier is truly one of the grand auteurs of the movies. His experience is vast, his knowledge is voluminous, his love is inexhaustible and his perspective is matched only by that of Martin Scorsese. This magnificent, epic documentary has been a lifetime in the making. Tavernier knows his native cinema inside and out, from the giants like Renoir, Godard, and Melville (for whom he worked as an assistant) to now overlooked and forgotten figures like Edmund T. Gréville and Guy Gilles, and his observations and reminiscences are never less than penetrating and always deeply personal. [Cohen Media Group]… Expand

Director: Bertrand Tavernier

Genre(s): Documentary

Rating: Not Rated

Runtime: 201 min

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Anthony Lane

Jun 26, 2017

It would be a shame if the film were to be seen only by those already interested in French cinema. Anyone with an eye for grace, industry, resilience, rich shadows, and strong cigarettes should go along. Like the kid on that terrace in Lyon, you see the light. Read full review

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Manohla Dargis

Jun 22, 2017

Its explanatory title doesn’t begin to convey just how exhilarating or inspiring a documentary this truly is, and how excellent a trip this well-respected French director takes you on. Read full review

Allan Hunter

Jun 19, 2017

Tavernier is a life-long cinema fan and every frame of this three hour documentary is a reflection of his passion, infectious enthusiasm and generous spirit. Read full review

Peter Rainer

Jul 14, 2017

It’s a great introduction to French cinema for all those who have yet to make its acquaintance. Read full review

Tom Dawson

Sep 12, 2017

[Bertrand Tavernier] pays heartfelt tribute to the directors, stars and composers who ignited his passion. Read full review

Jordan Mintzer

Jun 19, 2017

Tavernier focuses on a dozen or so major and minor auteurs, showcasing their artistry in hundreds of film clips that he comments on with historical insight and aesthetic precision. Read full review

Clayton Dillard

Jun 19, 2017

Bertrand Tavernier's exquisite documentary consistently avoids mere hagiography by looking to the films themselves. Read full review

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Trailesque

Jan 6, 2021

If you are not already knowledgeable about French film history, then this one is likely to pass over your head. It is more an illustrated lecture by an experienced instructor than an introduction to the subject. Scorsese's film about Italian cinema is a similar project that is considerablyIf you are not already knowledgeable about French film history, then this one is likely to pass over your head. It is more an illustrated lecture by an experienced instructor than an introduction to the subject. Scorsese's film about Italian cinema is a similar project that is considerably more effective for the layperson. However, if you already are a fan of Jean Renoir, Jean Gabin, Jacques Becker, and other heroes of French cinema, then you will probably enjoy this a lot.… Expand

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