American Journal (2023)

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A cinematic essay interweaving private archive images and a mixture of reflective, speculative and poetic intertitles that, like “an old movie from the 20th century”, invites us to meditate on what Des Pallières once liked to call “our old homeland”.

Director: Arnaud des Pallières
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 112 min
Release Date:
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

Keywords

archive footage, super 8mm footage, essay film, amateur footage, self reflection, old footage, social & cultural documentary, america, observational documentary, essay, introspection

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is American Journal about?
A cinematic essay interweaving private archive images and a mixture of reflective, speculative and poetic intertitles that, like “an old movie from the 20th century”, invites us to meditate on what Des Pallières once liked to call “our old homeland”.
Who directed American Journal?
American Journal was directed by Arnaud des Pallières.
How long is American Journal?
American Journal has a runtime of 1h 52m (112 minutes).
What genre is American Journal?
American Journal is a Documentary film.
Where was American Journal produced?
American Journal was produced in France.