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Deep Dive: Far from Vietnam (1967)

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Far from Vietnam
The documentary 'Far from Vietnam' consists of seven segments created by notable filmmakers including Godard, Ivens, and Varda, expressing their support for the North-Vietnamese army during the Vietnam War. Each segment presents a unique perspective on the conflict, reflecting the filmmakers' political beliefs and artistic styles. Produced in 1967, the film runs for 116 minutes and features a multilingual approach, incorporating French, English, Spanish, and Vietnamese. The collaboration of various directors allows for a diverse representation of the war, emphasizing the filmmakers' solidarity with Vietnam amidst the global political climate of the time.

Why Watch

  • •See works by Godard and Varda on Vietnam.
  • •Find out how filmmakers reacted to the Vietnam War.
  • •Meet the voices of 1960s anti-war sentiment.

Did You Know

•The film consists of seven segments by different directors.
•It was produced in 1967, during the height of the Vietnam War.
•The film has a total duration of 116 minutes.
•It features languages including French, English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

Perfect For

Vietnam War historyFrench New Wave cinemaPolitical activism