
The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s
Synopsis
In the early 1970s, art historian and curator Stephen Scher turned a camera on the complex ecosystem of Parisian dining. This collage of footage remained perfectly preserved in the can for 50 years; but now, as the filmmaker assembles it into a documentary, we can behold the end of a culinary era.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen K. Scher
- Original Title
- The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 44m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen K. Scher
John David Allen
James Ivory
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen K. Scher
Director
John David Allen
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s about?
In the early 1970s, art historian and curator Stephen Scher turned a camera on the complex ecosystem of Parisian dining. This collage of footage remained perfectly preserved in the can for 50 years; but now, as the filmmaker assembles it into a documentary, we can behold the end of a culinary era.
Who directed The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s?
The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s was directed by Stephen K. Scher.
Who stars in The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s?
The principal cast of The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s includes Not specified.
When was The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s released and how long is it?
The Way It Was: Paris Restaurants in the 1970s was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 44m.
