---
title: "Far from Vietnam"
year: 1967
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/far-from-vietnam-1967"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 36140
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 116
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Far from Vietnam (1967) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/far-from-vietnam-1967

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Seven visionary directors unite to portray a sympathetic view of the North‑Vietnamese army."

### Why Watch
- Features segments by seven acclaimed filmmakers.
- Provides a rare, pro‑North‑Vietnam perspective on the war.
- Blends documentary footage with artistic experimentation.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The anthology format can feel disjointed.
- Historical context may feel dated to contemporary viewers.
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s political stance and experimental style make it best suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: political, experimental, anthology, reflective

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/far-from-vietnam-1967#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Claude Lelouch, William Klein, Jean-Luc Godard, Joris Ivens, Chris Marker, Agnès Varda, Alain Resnais
- **Networks / Studios**: Societe pour le Lancement des Oeuvres Nouvelles (SLON)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Maurice Garrel** as *Narrator (voice)*
- **Anne Bellec** as *(segment "Claude Ridder")*
- **Karen Blanguernon** as *Claude's Girfriend (segment "Claude Ridder")*
- **Bernard Fresson** as *Claude Ridder (segment "Claude Ridder")*
- **Marie-France Mignal** as *(segment "Claude Ridder") (uncredited)*
- **Hồ Chí Minh** as *Self (segment "Flash Back") (archive footage)*
- **Agnès Varda** as *Narrator (segment "Flash Back") (voice)*
- **Jean-Luc Godard** as *Self (segment "Camera Eye")*
- **Tom Paxton** as *Self (segment "Victor Charlie")*
- **Michèle Ray-Gavras** as *Narrator (segment "Victor Charlie") (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film’s structure?
It is composed of seven separate parts, each created by a different director.

### Q: 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.

### Q: What perspective does the film take on the Vietnam War?
It expresses sympathy for the North‑Vietnamese army.

### Q: Which genres describe the film?
It is classified as a documentary, war, and drama film.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Far from Vietnam — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/36140)
- [Daleko od Vietnamu / Far from Vietnam (1967)](https://www.sms.cz/film/daleko-od-vietnamu)
- [Daleko od Vietnamu 73% [Far from Vietnam] (1967) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/249893-daleko-od-vietnamu)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*