Borinage (1934)
Henri Storck and Joris Ivens’ landmark of social documentary, blending staged scenes with locals and on-the-spot reportage to depict the 1932 miners’ strike in Belgium’s Borinage—evictions, hunger, and police repression—transforming outrage into a call for solidarity.
Director: Henri Storck, Joris Ivens
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 36 min
Release Date: June 12, 1934
Screenplay
- Henri Storck
- Joris Ivens
- André Thirifays (Idea)
- Pierre Vermeylen (Idea)
Cinematography: Joris Ivens, Henri Storck
Editing: Helen van Dongen
Country: Belgium
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
strike, crisis, labor union, coal miner, miners strike
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Borinage about?
- Henri Storck and Joris Ivens’ landmark of social documentary, blending staged scenes with locals and on-the-spot reportage to depict the 1932 miners’ strike in Belgium’s Borinage—evictions, hunger, and police repression—transforming outrage into a call for solidarity.
- Who directed Borinage?
- Borinage was directed by Henri Storck, Joris Ivens.
- How long is Borinage?
- Borinage has a runtime of 36m (36 minutes).
- What genre is Borinage?
- Borinage is a Documentary film.
- Where was Borinage produced?
- Borinage was produced in Belgium.