Movies and TvShows featuring "nouvelle-vague" theme.
In 1968 Paris, a young American student becomes friends with a French brother and sister. As they indulge in a month-long escapade of pleasure and self-discovery, their friendship is tested by a sexual threesome and the turbulent social and political climate of the May student riots.
Pierrot le Fou is a French New Wave film that tells the story of Ferdinand, a man unhappy with his life and marriage. He meets Marianne, a mysterious and beautiful woman, who persuades him to leave everything behind and go on the run with her. Together, they embark on a road trip filled with romance, crime, and existential exploration.
Alphaville is a dystopian city controlled by a powerful supercomputer known as Alpha 60. Private detective Lemmy Caution is sent on a mission to the city to find and destroy the computer and rescue a scientist's daughter. As he navigates the city, Lemmy uncovers the dark secrets and mind control tactics used by Alpha 60. Through his investigation, he discovers the true nature of the city and fights against the totalitarian regime.
In Breathless, a French criminal named Michel steals a car and goes on the run with a beautiful American woman named Patricia. As they try to evade the police, they engage in a passionate and destructive relationship. The film is a hallmark of the French New Wave movement.
La Ceremonie (1995) is a psychological thriller set in rural Brittany, France. The film follows the story of a cunning and illiterate maid who forms a dangerous friendship with another woman. Together, they plot to infiltrate and ultimately destroy a bourgeois family. As tensions rise, the film delves into the complexities of social class, family dynamics, and the consequences of deceit and violence. La Ceremonie is a gripping exploration of the human psyche and the darker side of human nature.
Last Year at Marienbad is a mysterious and nonlinear film that takes place in a chateau. It follows a man trying to convince a woman of an encounter they had the year before, but the woman does not remember. The film explores themes of memory, uncertainty, and illusion.
In post-World War II Hiroshima, a French actress meets a Japanese architect and they embark on a passionate love affair. As they share their memories, they confront the horrors of war and the complexities of love.
In a post-apocalyptic future, a man with a haunted past is forced to relive his childhood memories through time travel experiments. Through a series of still-frame images, he encounters a woman who becomes the key to his survival and love. As the experiments lead to a shocking revelation about the future of humanity, the man must confront his own mortality and the consequences of his actions.
Set in 1942, during the German occupation of France, The Last Metro follows the story of a theater owner and his theater group as they try to continue their work under the watchful eyes of Nazi soldiers. The owner's wife, who is Jewish, has gone into hiding and he tries his best to keep the theater running and protect his wife. The group faces numerous challenges, including curfews, surprise inspections, and the constant threat of being discovered by the Gestapo. As tensions rise, personal and professional relationships are tested, leading to a dramatic climax on opening night.
In Made in U.S.A, a female writer in Paris named Paula gets caught up in a mysterious crime involving a dead body, violence, and a female killer. As she investigates the crime, she encounters various characters and situations, including a stationary bike, a police officer, and a tape recorder. The film is set against the backdrop of the French New Wave and American crime literature.
A married man named Pierre Lachenay meets a stewardess named Nicole at an airport and falls in love with her. They start an affair, which leads to Pierre neglecting his wife and son. As Pierre tries to balance his double life, he faces the consequences of his actions and must make difficult choices.
Band of Outsiders follows the story of three young outsiders who meet and become friends in Paris. They decide to join forces to commit a robbery at the Louvre Museum. Along the way, they navigate their complicated relationships, encounter unexpected obstacles, and face the consequences of their actions.
Seemingly in constant trouble at school, 14-year-old Antoine Doinel returns to an unhappy home life. With little money and a turbulent family dynamic, he spirals into a life of lies and theft. However, when he faces the consequences of his actions and is sent to a juvenile detention facility, he finds himself trapped in a cycle of trouble and escape.
Day for Night follows the production of a film in Nice, France, capturing the trials and tribulations of the cast and crew. The film explores the intertwining relationships, unfaithfulness, and artistic creation within the film industry. It provides a glimpse into the world of filmmaking through the lens of a comedic drama.
Masculin Féminin is a French New Wave film that explores the social and political climate of 1960s France through the lens of a young aspiring singer and her relationships with friends and lovers. The film delves into themes of idealism, disillusionment, and the struggle for personal and political identity.
After the death of his wife, a shy concert pianist named Charlie tries to build a new life for himself by working as a pianist in a bar. However, his past catches up with him when his criminal brothers show up and bring danger to his doorstep. Charlie must navigate the world of organized crime while trying to protect his new love interest from harm.
Army of Shadows follows the story of a group of French Resistance fighters as they navigate the challenges and dangers of living and fighting under German occupation. The film explores their struggles, sacrifices, and acts of heroism, highlighting the human will to resist and survive in the face of oppression.
Set in 1960s Paris, the film follows a married woman as she grapples with her crumbling marriage and explores her desires. She navigates through a series of encounters and experiences that challenge societal norms and expectations, leading her to question her own sense of identity and happiness.
In 1960s Paris, a group of women with different backgrounds and desires find themselves intertwined in a web of love, friendship, and crime. As they navigate the vibrant and bohemian city, they face challenges and unexpected twists that test their relationships and loyalty. With an ensemble cast and a mix of romance, drama, and mystery, 'The Good Girls' explores themes of female friendship, self-discovery, and the complexities of life.
The Cousins is a drama about two cousins in France who develop a complicated relationship. As they navigate their lives in Paris, they face issues of animosity, decadence, and love. The film captures the essence of the French New Wave movement and explores themes of family, identity, and youth.