Underplayed Gems

Sociology is a Martial Art (2001)

Sociology is a Martial Art poster
Original title
La Sociologie Est Un Sport De Combat
Directed by
Pierre Carles
Genre
documentary film
Country
France
Runtime
2h 26m
Rating
6.8 of 10 from 19 voters
Elsewhere
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How it feels

This documentary follows sociologist Pierre Bourdieu as he discusses his work and ideas. It shows him in lectures, interviews, and casual conversations.

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What happens

Sociology is a Martial Art (original title in French La sociologie est un sport de combat) is a French documentary film released in 2001, directed by Pierre Carles and conceived by the latter as an attempt to make sociology known, and more particularly the work of sociologist Pierre Bourdieu. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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