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The Mistral (1966): Cast

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The Mistral is a 1966 documentary directed by Joris Ivens, starring Roger Pigaut as Narrateur. It runs 33 minutes.

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The Mistral (1966) movie poster
Released
Runtime
33 min
Director
Joris Ivens
Genre
Documentary
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Mistral About?

The premise of The Mistral without spoilers.

Joris Ivens, the Dutch documentary filmmaker, traces the legendary Mistral from its Alpine source through the valleys to the Mediterranean, capturing its relentless path. With evocative natural soundscapes and inventive camera work, the film creates a lyrical portrait of how the wind’s fury shapes daily life, agriculture and the cultural rhythm of southern France.

The Mistral Themes & Keywords

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  • wind
  • provence
  • freeze frame
  • symphonic film
  • poetry film
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  • france
  • farmer
  • erecting a palisade
  • challenge
  • farmland
  • mailing a letter
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  • farm
  • mediterranean sea
  • landscape
  • agriculture
  • mistral
  • wedding
  • rhone valley france
  • fear
  • farm animal
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Cast & crew

The Mistral Cast & Characters

Roger Pigaut plays Narrateur in The Mistral. Directed by Joris Ivens.

From the director

More from Joris Ivens

More films directed by Joris Ivens: How Yukong Moved the Mountains, Rotterdam-Europoort, Valparaiso and The Small Tent.

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The Mistral FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Mistral, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Mistral?

The Mistral runs 33 minutes.

When was The Mistral released?

The Mistral was released on September 2, 1966.

Who directed The Mistral?

The Mistral was directed by Joris Ivens.

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Who is in the cast of The Mistral?

The Mistral stars Roger Pigaut as Narrateur.

Does The Mistral have a post-credit scene?

No. The Mistral has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Mistral in?

The original language of The Mistral is French.

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