Elsa the Rose (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1966, Elsa the Rose is a documentary film directed by Agnès Varda, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Images and poems of the celebrated couple Louis Aragon and Elsa Triolet. Elsa’s youth as recalled by Aragon, with commentary by Elsa.
Who’s in it. Elsa the Rose stars Louis Aragon as Self, Elsa Triolet as Self and Michel Piccoli as Narrator (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Elsa the Rose has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and DocAlliance Films and rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Elsa the Rose page.
If you liked it. Fans of Elsa the Rose 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 Elsa the Rose (1966)?
- In US, Elsa the Rose is available to stream on Criterion Channel and DocAlliance Films, and rent or buy from DocAlliance Films. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Elsa the Rose worth watching?
- Elsa the Rose holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Elsa the Rose?
- Elsa the Rose stars Louis Aragon, Elsa Triolet and Michel Piccoli.
- When was Elsa the Rose released?
- Elsa the Rose was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.