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The End of Summer (1964)

6.119640h 27mFR
Documentary

Directed by Michel Brault

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

0h 27m

Language

FR

Release

January 1, 1964

Director

Michel Brault

Overview

A 16 year old girl recalls the last moments of her summer vacation, spent with friends in the Laurentians north of Montreal. She reminisces about their talks on life, death, love, and God. Shot in direct cinema style, working from a script that left room for the teenagers to improvise and express th...

Cast

Céline Bernier

Céline Bernier

Nicole Geoffroy

Nicole Geoffroy

Louise Pelletier

Louise Pelletier

Raymond Décarie

Raymond Décarie

André Fortier

André Fortier

Dominique Boisvert

Dominique Boisvert

Jean Pelletier

Jean Pelletier

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The End of Summer (1964), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A 16 year old girl recalls the last moments of her summer vacation, spent with friends in the Laurentians north of Montreal. She reminisces about their talks on life, death, love, and God. Shot in direct cinema style, working from a script that left room for the teenagers to improvise and express their own thoughts, the film sought to capture the immediacy of the youths presence their bodies, their language, their environment.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The End of Summer. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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