Borinage
Originally released in 1934. Borinage is a documentary film. directed by Henri Storck. At just 36 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Henri Storck and Joris Ivens’ landmark of social documentary, blending staged scenes with locals and on-the-spot reportage to depict the 1932 miners’ strike in Belgium’s Borinage—evictions, hunger, and police repression—transforming outrage into a call for solidarity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 12, 1934
91 years ago
Runtime
0h 36m
36 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (15 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Belgium
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Borinage about?
Henri Storck and Joris Ivens’ landmark of social documentary, blending staged scenes with locals and on-the-spot reportage to depict the 1932 miners’ strike in Belgium’s Borinage—evictions,...
Who directed Borinage?
Borinage was directed by Henri Storck.
How long is Borinage?
Borinage has a runtime of 0 hours and 36 minutes (36 minutes total).
When was Borinage released?
Borinage was released on June 12, 1934 in theaters.