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1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger

1936, le Front Populaire, entre joie et colères

Synopsis

This brief period in French history (1934–1938), known as the “Popular Front,” has left an indelible mark on the nation's collective memory. Set against the backdrop of a polarized and divided France, this film chronicles a social and cultural revolution, traveling back in time to uncover the places, testimonies, and hidden archives of this formative experience that permanently transformed French society.

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Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Fabien Beziat, Hugues Nancy
Screenplay & Story
Fabien Beziat, Hugues Nancy
Original Score
Michel Korb
Original Title
1936, le Front Populaire, entre joie et colères
Country of Origin
France
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
Unknown
Production Studios
Hauteville Productions, France Télévisions, Procirep-Angoa

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Fabien Beziat, Hugues Nancy

Screenplay & Story

Fabien Beziat, Hugues Nancy

Original Score & Music

Michel Korb

Film Editing

Fabien Beziat

Producers

Karina Si Ahmed, Guillaume Allary

Department Leadership Roster

Fabien Beziat

Fabien Beziat

Director

Hugues Nancy

Director

Michel Korb

Original Music Composer

Karina Si Ahmed

Producer

Fabien Beziat

Fabien Beziat

Editor

Guillaume Allary

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

France (CNC)TP

Official cinematic photography and background stills for 1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is 1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger about?

This brief period in French history (1934–1938), known as the “Popular Front,” has left an indelible mark on the nation's collective memory. Set against the backdrop of a polarized and divided France, this film chronicles a social and cultural revolution, traveling back in time to uncover the places, testimonies, and hidden archives of this formative experience that permanently transformed French society.

Who directed 1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger?

1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger was directed by Fabien Beziat, Hugues Nancy.

Who stars in 1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger?

The principal cast of 1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger includes Félix Moati.

When was 1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger released and how long is it?

1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger was released in 2026 with a total runtime of Unknown.

Who composed the musical score for 1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger?

The original motion picture soundtrack for 1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger was composed by Michel Korb.

What is the age rating and content advisory for 1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger?

1936: The Popular Front, Between Joy and Anger holds official age classifications: FR: TP.