The Lovely Month of May
"So, how are you feeling?"
Originally released in 1963. The Lovely Month of May is a documentary film. directed by Chris Marker. With a runtime of 2h 45m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Yves Montand, Chris Marker, and Jean-Luc Godard
Synopsis
Candid interviews of ordinary people on the meaning of happiness, an often amorphous and inarticulable notion that evokes more basic and fundamentally egalitarian ideals of self-betterment, prosperity, tolerance, economic opportunity, and freedom.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 3, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
2h 45m
165 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (41 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Yves Montand
as Narrator (French version) (voice)
Chris Marker
as Self / Interviewer (voice)
Jean-Luc Godard
as Self (uncredited)
Anna Karina
as Self (uncredited)
Edgar Morin
as Self (uncredited)
Alain Resnais
as Self (uncredited)
Jacques Rivette
as Self (uncredited)
Jean Rouch
as Self (uncredited)
Simone Signoret
as Narrator (English version) (voice)
Charles de Gaulle
as Self
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Sofracima
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Lovely Month of May about?
Candid interviews of ordinary people on the meaning of happiness, an often amorphous and inarticulable notion that evokes more basic and fundamentally egalitarian ideals of self-betterment, prosper...
Who directed The Lovely Month of May?
The Lovely Month of May was directed by Chris Marker.
How long is The Lovely Month of May?
The Lovely Month of May has a runtime of 2 hours and 45 minutes (165 minutes total).
When was The Lovely Month of May released?
The Lovely Month of May was released on May 3, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Lovely Month of May?
The main cast of The Lovely Month of May includes Yves Montand, Chris Marker, Jean-Luc Godard, Anna Karina, Edgar Morin.