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A Grin Without a Cat

A Grin Without a Cat

1977 · 180 min · FR · 8.0 (27 votes)
Dir. Chris Marker · Starring Laurence Guvillier, Davos Hanich, François Maspero, Yves Montand, François Périer, Sandra Scarnati
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Chris Marker’s A Grin Without a Cat is an epic political essay tracing the rise and decline of the global left from the 1960s to the 1970s. Through archival footage and commentary, the film examines revolutionary movements in France, Latin America, and beyond, reflecting on the ideals, failures, and fading hopes of a generation.

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A dense, intellectually stimulating journey through seismic global shifts. It feels like a passionate, urgent lecture, piecing together fragmented histories with a critical, analytical eye. Perfect for deep dives into political thought.

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