Far from Vietnam 1967
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 116 minutes
- Director
- Claude Lelouch, William Klein, Jean-Luc Godard
- Network
- Societe pour le Lancement des Oeuvres Nouvelles (SLON)
What is Far from Vietnam?
Far from Vietnam is a film first released in 1967. Catalogued under Documentary, War, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1967
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 116 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 18, 1967
- Studios
- Societe pour le Lancement des Oeuvres Nouvelles (SLON)
- Genres
- Documentary, War, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.1/10
- Episode runtime
- ~116 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Societe pour le Lancement des Oeuvres Nouvelles (SLON)
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Overview
Far from Vietnam is a film first released in 1967. Catalogued under Documentary, War, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Societe pour le Lancement des Oeuvres Nouvelles (SLON). Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Seven visionary directors unite to portray a sympathetic view of the North‑Vietnamese army.”
- Features segments by seven acclaimed filmmakers.
- Provides a rare, pro‑North‑Vietnam perspective on the war.
- Blends documentary footage with artistic experimentation.
- The anthology format can feel disjointed.
- Historical context may feel dated to contemporary viewers.
Watch it if you appreciate avant‑garde cinema and want a politically charged glimpse of the Vietnam War.
The film’s political stance and experimental style make it best suited for mature audiences.
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What is the film’s structure?
It is composed of seven separate parts, each created by a different director.
Who directed the segments?
The segments were directed by Jean‑Luc Godard, Joris Ivens, William Klein, Claude Lelouch, Chris Marker, Alain Resnais, and Agnès Varda.
What perspective does the film take on the Vietnam War?
It expresses sympathy for the North‑Vietnamese army.
Which genres describe the film?
It is classified as a documentary, war, and drama film.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes.
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