A Life, A Manifesto (2026): cast, story & where to watch
2026 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2026, A Life, A Manifesto is a documentary film directed by Jean-Gabriel Périot, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. The life of Michèle Firk — a trailblazing French journalist, film critic, aspiring director and communist activist involved in various liberation struggles in the second half of the 20th century — as told by narrator Alice Diop, modern day French director.
Who’s in it. A Life, A Manifesto stars Michèle Firk as Self (archive footage), Nadia Tereszkiewicz as Narrator and Alice Diop as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, A Life, A Manifesto sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Life, A Manifesto page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Life, A Manifesto (2026)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Life, A Manifesto change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Life, A Manifesto worth watching?
- A Life, A Manifesto holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Life, A Manifesto?
- A Life, A Manifesto stars Michèle Firk, Nadia Tereszkiewicz and Alice Diop.
- When was A Life, A Manifesto released?
- A Life, A Manifesto was released in 2026, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.