La zone
Originally released in 1928. La zone is a documentary film. directed by Georges Lacombe. At just 38 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In 1928, Georges Lacombe, then assistant to René Clair, filmed the ragpickers who lived in the "zone". As his camera was stationary, he took particular care over the framing and he offers the viewer a document that is imbued with both realism and poetry. We even see the once-famous cancan dancer "La Goulue", sunk into poverty at the end of her life. - MHEU
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1928
98 years ago
Runtime
0h 38m
38 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La zone about?
In 1928, Georges Lacombe, then assistant to René Clair, filmed the ragpickers who lived in the "zone". As his camera was stationary, he took particular care over the framing and he offers the vie...
Who directed La zone?
La zone was directed by Georges Lacombe.
How long is La zone?
La zone has a runtime of 0 hours and 38 minutes (38 minutes total).
When was La zone released?
La zone was released on January 1, 1928 in theaters.