The Embassy
L'Ambassade
Synopsis
After a military coup d'état, political dissidents seek refuge in a foreign embassy. Over the next few days, they are joined by more and more people who are fleeing the military assault: teachers, students, intellectuals, artists, and politicians.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chris Marker
- Screenplay & Story
- Chris Marker
- Original Title
- L'Ambassade
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Societe pour le Lancement des Oeuvres Nouvelles (SLON)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Marker
Chris Marker
Lionel Soukaz
Department Leadership Roster
Chris Marker
Director
Chris Marker
Writer
Lionel Soukaz
Editor
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French New Wave
Nouvelle Vague films, 1958 to 1973, by the movement's directors.
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What is The Embassy about?
After a military coup d'état, political dissidents seek refuge in a foreign embassy. Over the next few days, they are joined by more and more people who are fleeing the military assault: teachers, students, intellectuals, artists, and politicians.
Who directed The Embassy?
The Embassy was directed by Chris Marker.
Who stars in The Embassy?
The principal cast of The Embassy includes Not specified.
When was The Embassy released and how long is it?
The Embassy was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 20m.