TV Series

La Commune (Paris, 1871) (2000)

• First aired May 26, 2000
• Seasons: 1 · Episodes: 2

• War & Politics
• Drama

Overview

In 1871, a journalist for Versailles Television broadcasts a soothing and official view of events while a Commune television is set up to provide the perspectives of the Paris rebels. On a stage-like set, more than 200 actors interpret denizens of the Commune, especially the Popincourt neighborhood in the XIth arrondissement. They voice thoughts and feelings concerning the social and political reforms.

Created by

Peter Watkins, Agathe Bluysen

Starring

Gérard Watkins, Aurélia Petit, Maylis Bouffartigue