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"Nouvelle Vague": A Cool Homage to Cinema History
31 Jan
Summary
- Richard Linklater directs a film about the making of Godard's "Breathless".
- The film is a French-language, black-and-white chronicle of a seminal 1960 movie.
- Nouvelle Vague is praised for its cool style, inspired by "Breathless".
Richard Linklater's "Nouvelle Vague" is a delightful cinematic tribute, exploring the creation of Jean-Luc Godard's seminal 1960 film, "A Bout de Souffle" (Breathless). This French-language, black-and-white production captures the spirit of its groundbreaking subject.
While seeing Godard's masterpiece beforehand enriches the experience, Linklater's vibrant narrative style ensures "Nouvelle Vague" is engaging for all viewers. The film stars Aubry Dullin as Michel and Zoey Deutch as Patricia, embodying the iconic roles played by Jean-Paul Belmondo and Jean Seberg.
Set in Paris, the story delves into Godard's ambitious, albeit chaotic, 20-day filming schedule under tight budgetary constraints. Linklater's film highlights the director's innovative, on-the-fly approach to filmmaking, even amid conflicts with the producer.
"Nouvelle Vague" has been rapturously received, celebrated for its ineffably cool and ingenious storytelling. It stands as a testament to Linklater's continued exploration of cinema's rich history.
