Code Name: Melville is a documentary that delves into the life and work of the influential French filmmaker, Jean-Pierre Melville. It explores his unique style, his impact on cinema, and his commitment to the art of storytelling. Through interviews, archival footage, and film excerpts, the documentary sheds light on Melville's creative process and his lasting legacy.

Like nobody else Jean-Pierre Melville influenced modern filmmaking. This documentary follows his creative process step by step, showing him becoming the father of the Nouvelle Vague and one of the most iconic directors of French cinema.

Documentary examines the production history, style, and lasting appeal of Jean-Pierre Melville's Le Cercle Rouge, as well as the evolution of the French crime thriller during the Melville era