Les Glaneurs et la Glaneuse
- Documentary
Varda focuses her eye on gleaners: those who scour already-reaped fields for the odd potato or turnip. Her investigation leads from forgotten corners of the French countryside to off-hours at the green markets of Paris, following those who insist on finding a use for that which society has cast off, whether out of necessity or activism.
The Gleaners and I is a 1998 French documentary directed by Agnès Varda that explores the lives of gleaners—people who salvage food and goods from already-harvested fields and urban markets across France. Released in 2000, the film examines both the necessity and activism behind finding value in society's waste, offering a poetic meditation on consumption, poverty, and resourcefulness.
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When was The Gleaners and I released?
The film was released on July 7, 2000.
What is the film about?
Directed by Agnès Varda, the documentary follows gleaners in France—people who collect leftover produce from fields and food from Paris markets—exploring why they gleam out of economic necessity or philosophical conviction.
Where can I watch it?
The Gleaners and I is available on various streaming and rental platforms; availability varies by region and provider.
Is there a sequel?
Yes, Varda released The Gleaners and I: Two Years Later in 2002 as a follow-up documentary.
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