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The End of Summer (1964): cast, story & where to watch

1964 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 1964, The End of Summer is a romance film directed by Michel Brault, running about 27 minutes.

What it’s about. A 16 year old girl recalls the last moments of her summer vacation, spent with friends in the Laurentians north of Montreal. She reminisces about their talks on life, death, love, and God. Shot in direct cinema style, working from a script that left room for the teenagers to improvise and express their own thoughts, the film sought to capture the immediacy of the youths presence their bodies, their language, their environment.

Who’s in it. The End of Summer stars Céline Bernier, Nicole Geoffroy, Louise Pelletier and Raymond Décarie, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The End of Summer has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The End of Summer page.

If you liked it. Fans of The End of Summer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The End of Summer (1964)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The End of Summer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The End of Summer worth watching?
The End of Summer holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The End of Summer?
The End of Summer stars Céline Bernier, Nicole Geoffroy, Louise Pelletier, Raymond Décarie and André Fortier.
When was The End of Summer released?
The End of Summer was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 27 minutes.