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9.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19701h 37mFrance

The People and Their Guns

Le peuple et ses fusils

Synopsis

Filmed in Laos in 1968, this four-part documentary examines the armed struggle against foreign intervention during the Indochina conflicts. The film focuses on the relationship between the population and guerrilla forces engaged in the war.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Joris Ivens, Jean-Pierre Sergent
Screenplay & Story
Joris Ivens, Marceline Loridan-Ivens, Jean-Pierre Sergent
Original Title
Le peuple et ses fusils
Country of Origin
France
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
1h 37m
Production Studios
Argos films, Capi Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Joris Ivens, Jean-Pierre Sergent

Screenplay & Story

Joris Ivens, Marceline Loridan-Ivens, Jean-Pierre Sergent

Department Leadership Roster

Joris Ivens

Joris Ivens

Director

Jean-Pierre Sergent

Jean-Pierre Sergent

Director

Joris Ivens

Joris Ivens

Writer

Marceline Loridan-Ivens

Marceline Loridan-Ivens

Writer

Jean-Pierre Sergent

Jean-Pierre Sergent

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About The People and Their Guns

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

What is The People and Their Guns about?

Filmed in Laos in 1968, this four-part documentary examines the armed struggle against foreign intervention during the Indochina conflicts. The film focuses on the relationship between the population and guerrilla forces engaged in the war.

Who directed The People and Their Guns?

The People and Their Guns was directed by Joris Ivens, Jean-Pierre Sergent.

Who stars in The People and Their Guns?

The principal cast of The People and Their Guns includes Antoine Bonfanti, Emmanuelle Castro, Joris Ivens, Marceline Loridan-Ivens, Bernard Ortion.

When was The People and Their Guns released and how long is it?

The People and Their Guns was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.