Vivre Sa Vie (1962)
Kernel Score: 86% · 687 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama
Released: 1962-09-20
Runtime: 84 minutes
Where to watch Vivre Sa Vie
- Stream: HBO Max
- Free with ads: Kanopy
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Twelve episodic tales in the life of a Parisian woman and her slow descent into prostitution.
Vivre Sa Vie parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that this 1962 French drama follows a young woman's descent into prostitution, including smoking and mature themes of exploitation.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — The narrative centers on a woman's slow descent into prostitution, including scenes with a pimp and clients, though handled in an artful, non-graphic 1960s style.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Keywords note the protagonist smoking on screen, consistent with the era's stylistic norms.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Anna Karina as Nana Kleinfrankenheim
- Sady Rebbot as Raoul
- André S. Labarthe as Paul
- Guylaine Schlumberger as Yvette
- Gérard Hoffmann as Chef
- Monique Messine as Elisabeth
- Paul Pavel as Journalist
- Dimitri Dineff as Dimitri
- Peter Kassovitz as Young Man
- Eric Schlumberger as Luigi
Vivre Sa Vie FAQ
Is Vivre Sa Vie good?
Vivre Sa Vie has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 687 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Vivre Sa Vie?
In the US you can stream Vivre Sa Vie on HBO Max, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is Vivre Sa Vie OK for kids?
Vivre Sa Vie is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that this 1962 French drama follows a young woman's descent into prostitution, including smoking and mature themes of exploitation.
What movies are like Vivre Sa Vie?
If you liked Vivre Sa Vie, try Accattone, Taxi Driver, Enter the Void and Mamma Roma.