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Richard Linklater's "Nouvelle Vague" Brings French New Wave to Netflix
15 Nov
Summary
- Richard Linklater's new film "Nouvelle Vague" details the making of Jean-Luc Godard's "Breathless"
- The film is shot in black-and-white with French dialogue
- "Nouvelle Vague" features characters familiar to cinephiles from the late 1950s and 1960s
In November 2025, acclaimed director Richard Linklater has released his second film of the year, "Nouvelle Vague," which is now available on Netflix. The black-and-white movie, shot with French dialogue, provides a detailed account of the making of Jean-Luc Godard's groundbreaking 1960 film "Breathless," a landmark work of the French New Wave cinema movement.
While Godard's "Breathless" is the central focus, "Nouvelle Vague" is filled with characters that will be familiar to cinephiles, particularly those with a strong understanding of late 1950s and 1960s film. The movie stars Guillaume Marbeck and Zoey Deutch in lead roles, offering viewers an intimate glimpse into the creative process behind one of the most influential films in cinema history.
Linklater's latest work is a must-see for fans of French New Wave and classic film enthusiasts alike. With its vivid attention to detail and engaging storytelling, "Nouvelle Vague" promises to transport audiences back in time to the golden age of French cinema.
