Along the Coast (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1958, Along the Coast is a documentary film directed by Agnès Varda, running about 26 minutes. “A humorous travelogue of the French Riviera.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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, 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.
Who’s in it. Along the Coast stars Roger Coggio as Narrator (voice), Anne Ollivier as Narrator (voice), Jacopo Nizi as Souffleur (voice) and Brigitte Bardot as Self (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Along the Coast has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Along the Coast page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Along the Coast (1958)?
- In US, Along the Coast is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Along the Coast worth watching?
- Along the Coast holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Along the Coast?
- Along the Coast stars Roger Coggio, Anne Ollivier, Jacopo Nizi, Brigitte Bardot and Sophia Loren.
- When was Along the Coast released?
- Along the Coast was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.