2 x 50 Years of French Cinema
Deux fois cinquante ans de cinéma français
Synopsis
At a lakeside hotel, Michel Piccoli discusses the centennial of cinema with Jean-Luc Godard. Godard asks why should cinema's birthday be celebrated when the history of film is a forgotten subject. Through the remainder of his hotel stay, Piccoli tests Godard's hypothesis.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 7, 2026
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Luc Godard, Anne-Marie Miéville
- Original Title
- Deux fois cinquante ans de cinéma français
- Country of Origin
- France, Switzerland, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 51m
- Production Studios
- BFI, La Sept-Arte, Périphéria, Vega Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Luc Godard, Anne-Marie Miéville
Jean-Luc Godard, Anne-Marie Miéville
Bob Last, Colin MacCabe
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Luc Godard
Director
Anne-Marie Miéville
Director
Jean-Luc Godard
Editor
Anne-Marie Miéville
Editor
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What is 2 x 50 Years of French Cinema about?
At a lakeside hotel, Michel Piccoli discusses the centennial of cinema with Jean-Luc Godard. Godard asks why should cinema's birthday be celebrated when the history of film is a forgotten subject. Through the remainder of his hotel stay, Piccoli tests Godard's hypothesis.
Who directed 2 x 50 Years of French Cinema?
2 x 50 Years of French Cinema was directed by Jean-Luc Godard, Anne-Marie Miéville.
Who stars in 2 x 50 Years of French Cinema?
The principal cast of 2 x 50 Years of French Cinema includes Michel Piccoli, Cécile Reigher, Estelle Grynszpan, Dominique Jacquet, Patrick Gillieron.
When was 2 x 50 Years of French Cinema released and how long is it?
2 x 50 Years of French Cinema was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 51m.