Along the Coast
"A humorous travelogue of the French Riviera."
Originally released in 1958. Along the Coast is a documentary film. directed by Agnès Varda. At just 26 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Roger Coggio, Anne Ollivier, and Jacopo Nizi
Synopsis
Tongue-in-cheek look at the French Riviera, especially in summer when it overflows with tourists. Reviews its history and famous visitors; displays its faux-exotic buildings, its crowded beaches, its trees and monuments; and, pokes fun at the colors women wear and the vagaries of fashion. The film celebrates the use of "Eden" as a place name, suggesting that paradise comes to the coast after all are gone, perhaps only on a remote island beach.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
0h 26m
26 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (65 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Argos films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Along the Coast about?
Tongue-in-cheek look at the French Riviera, especially in summer when it overflows with tourists. Reviews its history and famous visitors; displays its faux-exotic buildings, its crowded beaches, i...
Who directed Along the Coast?
Along the Coast was directed by Agnès Varda.
How long is Along the Coast?
Along the Coast has a runtime of 0 hours and 26 minutes (26 minutes total).
When was Along the Coast released?
Along the Coast was released on November 1, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Along the Coast?
The main cast of Along the Coast includes Roger Coggio, Anne Ollivier, Jacopo Nizi, Brigitte Bardot, Sophia Loren.