A young woman goes to Roissy Airport to collect a military chest which is being returned to her. It contains the personal effects and photographs of Jean Péraud, a photojournalist who was killed at Diên Biên Phu on 8 May 1954. Before long, a discussion begins between the young woman and the former journalist colleagues of Péraud who are there too. Out of the memories and stories prompted by the young woman’s presence, the ever-pertinent questions emerge: What constitutes an image of war? Is the photojournalist a witness or a participant? Is he protecting himself from the effects of war by filming it, or on the contrary, does he take even more risks in order to bear witness? Can we use the word ‘art’ about such images taken in the face of death?
With Mireille Perrier and the participation of Raoul Coutard, Marc Flament, Pierre Schoendoerffer and Raymond Depardon.
The screening will be followed by a discussion with Laurent Roth, the director.
Directed by Laurent Roth.
First released in 1986, the film has recently been digitally restored.
Le Méliés Cinema
Flat rate admission: 6€
Duration: 58 minutes