Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend
“The way to be a citizen of the world is to be at home in a lot of places.”
Synopsis
Jean Rouch filmed this loving and humorous portrait of anthropologist and filmmaker Margaret Mead in September 1977 while he was a guest of the first Margaret Mead Film Festival. As both a friend and colleague, Rouch reveals a glimpse of the legendary Mead in her later years.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Bleecker St Cinema, NYC
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Rouch
- Original Title
- Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- Comité du film Éthnographique, The American Museum of Natural History
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Rouch
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Rouch
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend
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What is Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend about?
Jean Rouch filmed this loving and humorous portrait of anthropologist and filmmaker Margaret Mead in September 1977 while he was a guest of the first Margaret Mead Film Festival. As both a friend and colleague, Rouch reveals a glimpse of the legendary Mead in her later years.
Who directed Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend?
Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend was directed by Jean Rouch.
Who stars in Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend?
The principal cast of Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend includes Margaret Mead.
When was Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend released and how long is it?
Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 30m.