Journeys Through French Cinema (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film

Released in 2019, Journeys Through French Cinema is a documentary film directed by Bertrand Tavernier, running about 459 minutes.
What it’s about. The acclaimed director of such films as Coup de Torchon and ‘Round Midnight guides us through a roster of filmmakers both influential and forgotten, explores how his country’s cinema was shaped by the German occupation and changed again through the New Wave, spotlights little-known female filmmakers, and more. Subjects include: René Clément, Henri-Georges Clouzot, Julien Duvivier, Henri Decoin, Claude Autant-Lara, as well as composers who made movie music an art in and of itself, far from the Hollywood spotlight.
Who’s in it. Journeys Through French Cinema stars Bertrand Tavernier as Self, Henri-Georges Clouzot as Self, René Clément as Self and Julien Duvivier as Self, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Journeys Through French Cinema page.
If you liked it. Fans of Journeys Through French Cinema 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 Journeys Through French Cinema (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Journeys Through French Cinema change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Journeys Through French Cinema?
- Journeys Through French Cinema stars Bertrand Tavernier, Henri-Georges Clouzot, René Clément, Julien Duvivier and Henri Decoin.
- When was Journeys Through French Cinema released?
- Journeys Through French Cinema was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 459 minutes.
