We follow the “Genevilliers”, a petrol barge, along the River Seine from the throbbing harbour to the mellow arches of Paris. Life bounded by the ever-changing banks has its own special kind of freedom. Captain Michael hacke and his family see the river in different weathers, colors and moods. They feel a unique brotherhood with their fellow river dwellers, a chance meeting with relatives is an occasion for celebration. No matter how the life of a bargee may change with time, the river remains a world unto itself. Commentary in English. Photography by Roger Fellous and jean-Jacques Languepin. Music by Jean Wiener.
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ACMI Identifier
001704
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Petroleum as fuel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → France - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → France - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Paris (France)
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Seine River (France)
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Travel
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Petroleum as fuel
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → River boats
Documentary → Documentary films - France
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)