Nouvelle Vague

About This Movie

Nouvelle Vague, directed by Linklater, is a playful dive into the birth of the French New Wave. It captures Godard's fervent belief that filmmaking could be a form of critique. The pacing feels loose, almost like a conversation over coffee, perfectly mirroring the free-spirited nature of the New Wave. The performances, especially from the actors portraying Godard and Truffaut, have this charming energy that breathes life into their creative process. The practical effects are minimal, which works well to emphasize the low-budget charm of early New Wave projects. It's a film that's not just about cinema but about the very act of creating it, and that spirit is infectious.

Shot on location in Paris with a documentary feelFeatures a mix of original and archival footageLow-budget aesthetics pay homage to early New Wave films