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Sunday in Peking

1956 · 19 min Documentary
6.3 / 10 · TMDB

Chris Marker’s travel essay Sunday in Peking transforms a long-held childhood dream into a cinematic journey through Beijing. Blending documentary observation with reflective narration, Marker captures the city’s rhythms, traditions, and everyday life in mid-1950s China with his signature curiosity and lyricism.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Dimanche à Pekin
Year 1956
Country France
Genre Documentary
Director Chris Marker
Runtime 19 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.3/10 (22 votes)

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Sunday in Peking has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.3/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1956. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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