Daguerréotypes
An intimate portrait of the small shops and shopkeepers of the Rue Daguerre in Paris, a picturesque street that has been the filmmaker’s home for more than 50 years.
Where to watch Daguerréotypes in United States
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Where is Daguerréotypes streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel, DocAlliance Films | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | DocAlliance Films | DocAlliance Films |
| United Kingdom | DocAlliance Films, Curzon Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Criterion Channel, DocAlliance Films | Apple TV Store, DocAlliance Films |
| Germany | DocAlliance Films | LaCinetek, DocAlliance Films |
| France | DocAlliance Films | Canal VOD, LaCinetek, Sooner |
| Spain | Filmin, DocAlliance Films | DocAlliance Films |
| Brazil | DocAlliance Films | DocAlliance Films |
| Japan | DocAlliance Films | DocAlliance Films |
| South Korea | DocAlliance Films | DocAlliance Films |
About Daguerréotypes
Daguerréotypes is a 1978 French-language documentary film directed by Agnès Varda. The cast is led by Agnès Varda, Lucien Bossy, Leance Debrossian. It has a runtime of 1h 20m. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel, DocAlliance Films.
Daguerréotypes was produced by ZDF, Ciné-Tamaris, and INA and made in France and Germany. It was released on February 28, 1978, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Agnès Varda
- Writers
- Agnès Varda
- Release date
- February 28, 1978
- Original language
- French
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France, Germany
- Production
- ZDF, Ciné-Tamaris, INA
Daguerréotypes cast & crew
Daguerréotypes was directed by Agnès Varda and written by Agnès Varda.
The cast features Agnès Varda as Narrator, Lucien Bossy as Self, Leance Debrossian as Self, Marcelle Debrossian as Self, Robert François as Self - Mystag, the Magician, and Jean Guillard as Self.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Nurith Aviv.
Is Daguerréotypes worth watching?
Daguerréotypes holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 53 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed documentary films.
At 1h 20m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy documentary, Daguerréotypes is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Daguerréotypes
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Cast of Daguerréotypes
Agnès Varda
Narrator
Lucien Bossy
Self
Leance Debrossian
Self
Marcelle Debrossian
Self
Robert François
Self - Mystag, the Magician
Jean Guillard
Self
Thibaud Jean
Self
Boukraa Mustapha
Self
Henri Piednoir
Self
Maria Piednoir
Self
Rosalie Varda
Self (uncredited)
Daguerréotypes — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Daguerréotypes in United States?
Daguerréotypes is streaming on Criterion Channel, DocAlliance Films in United States.
▸Is Daguerréotypes on Criterion Channel?
Yes — Daguerréotypes is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is Daguerréotypes in?
Daguerréotypes is originally in French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Daguerréotypes?
Daguerréotypes runs 1 hours 20 minutes (80 minutes).
▸What is Daguerréotypes rated?
Daguerréotypes is rated NR. It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 53 ratings.
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