Spotlight on the French New Wave
Criterion Originals
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3m 46s
In the following introduction, Richard Linklater explores the atmosphere of artistic freedom that drew him to the French New Wave, the subject of his new film NOUVELLE VAGUE. In their pursuit of unfettered personal expression, Linklater sees the directors of that era as the creators of the prototype of indie filmmaking.
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