Chronicle of a Summer
1961, French. Directed by Jean Rouch & Edgar Morin.
The first film of cinéma vérité
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Chronicle of a Summer is streaming on MUBI in India.
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- Released
- 20 October 1961
- Original title
- Chronique d'un été (Paris 1960)
- Country
- France
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Chronicle of a Summer: quick answers
Is Chronicle of a Summer worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 122 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Chronicle of a Summer?
Chronicle of a Summer runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does Chronicle of a Summer have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Chronicle of a Summer. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Chronicle of a Summer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Chronicle of a Summer on?
Chronicle of a Summer is streaming on MUBI in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Chronicle of a Summer?
If you liked Chronicle of a Summer, try Valparaiso, Faces Places, Daguerréotypes.
Who directed Chronicle of a Summer?
Chronicle of a Summer (1961) was directed by Jean Rouch and Edgar Morin and stars Edgar Morin, Jean Rouch, Marceline Loridan-Ivens.