The Assembly (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2017, The Assembly is a documentary film directed by Mariana Otero, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Just one year ago, citizens joined together at Place de la République in Paris to demonstrate against labor reforms, the El Khomri law. This rapidly became an opportunity to invent another way of handling politics. It was the beginning of Nuit Debout. The film follows closely this social movement's inner core, a new kind of citizen's and democratic parliament, without representatives or leaders, which attempts to allow everyone the chance to speak. How do we speak in unison without speaking with a single voice?
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Assembly has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Assembly page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Assembly tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Assembly (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Assembly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Assembly worth watching?
- The Assembly holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Assembly released?
- The Assembly was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.