Days Under The Sun
Days Under The Sun

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Days Under The Sun

2009
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English

We are not sure what Days Under The Sun means or if it makes sense, but we like the way it sounds.Days Under The Sun shows clips from various parts of the world like the North Shore, San Clemente, Margaret River, Micronesia and Indo and was produced and edited in Encinitas, St Louis, Bali, Hawaii, Australia and Ventura.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic84/100
Google Users88%
Director: Agnès VardaGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

Agnès Varda's lyrical documentary delves into the ephemeral nature of memory and the passage of time, exploring the traces left behind by people and events. Through a series of vignettes and reflections, the film contemplates how moments, like sunlight, can be both fleeting and profoundly impactful. Varda uses striking imagery and personal anecdotes to weave a contemplative tapestry on life, loss, and the enduring power of what remains.

Critical Reception

Days Under The Sun received critical acclaim for its poetic sensibility and Varda's masterful direction. Critics lauded its introspective and philosophical approach, highlighting its ability to evoke deep emotion through simple yet profound observations. The film was celebrated as a poignant meditation on life's transient beauty and the persistent echoes of human experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply personal and visually stunning exploration of memory and time.

  • Varda's signature blend of melancholy and gentle wisdom is on full display.

  • A profound and moving cinematic experience that lingers long after viewing.

Google audience: Audiences praised the film's emotional resonance and artistic beauty, with many finding Varda's reflections on life and time deeply moving and relatable. The documentary was lauded for its contemplative nature and its ability to provoke introspection.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Golden Leopard at the Locarno International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film is also known by its original French title, 'Les glaneurs et la glaneuse parts 2', which translates to 'The Gleaners and I Part 2', continuing the theme from her earlier acclaimed documentary 'The Gleaners and I'.

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