Collegues
Collegues

Collegues

1962Movie96 minRussian

A drama about the group of young people starting their adult lives.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Robert FrankGenres: Documentary, Drama

Plot Summary

A raw and intimate look at the life of artist Robert Frank and his family during the early 1960s. The film captures candid moments of domesticity, artistic creation, and personal struggles, offering a stark and often melancholic portrayal of their experiences.

Critical Reception

Robert Frank's debut feature film was a deeply personal and experimental work. Upon its release, it received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics acknowledging its artistic merit and unflinching honesty, while others found its raw, cinéma vérité style challenging. It has since been recognized as a significant work in documentary filmmaking.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw, intimate, and unflinching observational style.
  • Noted for its experimental approach to documentary filmmaking.
  • Some found its melancholic tone and unconventional structure challenging.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot by Robert Frank himself with a handheld camera, contributing to its distinctive, intimate, and often shaky aesthetic.

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