Description of a Struggle (1960)

Chris Marker’s documentary portrays Israel twelve years after its founding, blending location and archival footage to explore its diverse communities—from kibbutzim and Arab villages to Orthodox quarters and tourist sites. The “struggle” of the title reflects the nation’s search for identity in a rapidly changing region.

Released

1960-06-30

Genres

Documentary

Runtime

60 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Chris Marker

TMDB rating

7.3/10 from 14 votes