Description of a Struggle (1960)
Chris Marker’s documentary portrays Israel twelve years after its founding, blending location and archival footage to explore its diverse communities—from kibbutzim and Arab villages to Orthodox quarters and tourist sites. The “struggle” of the title reflects the nation’s search for identity in a rapidly changing region.
Director: Chris Marker
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: June 30, 1960
Cast
- Alan Adair - Narrator (English version)
- Jean Vilar - Narrator (voice)
- Howard Vernon - Narrator (German version)
- Yaakov Malkin - Narrator (Israeli / Hebrew-language version)
Screenplay
Cinematography: Ghislain Cloquet
Editing: Eva Zora
Production: Sophac, Van Leer Productions
Country: Israel, France
Language: Français, עִבְרִית
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Description of a Struggle about?
- Chris Marker’s documentary portrays Israel twelve years after its founding, blending location and archival footage to explore its diverse communities—from kibbutzim and Arab villages to Orthodox quarters and tourist sites. The “struggle” of the title reflects the nation’s search for identity in a rapidly changing region.
- Who directed Description of a Struggle?
- Description of a Struggle was directed by Chris Marker.
- Who stars in Description of a Struggle?
- Description of a Struggle stars Alan Adair, Jean Vilar, Howard Vernon, Yaakov Malkin.
- How long is Description of a Struggle?
- Description of a Struggle has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
- What genre is Description of a Struggle?
- Description of a Struggle is a Documentary film.
- Where was Description of a Struggle produced?
- Description of a Struggle was produced in Israel, France.