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Netflix's 'Nouvelle Vague': A Bold Reimagining of Godard's Classic

9/9/2025

Summary

Story summary

Netflix unveiled the trailer for "Nouvelle Vague," directed by Richard Linklater, on September 9, 2025.
The film reinterprets Jean-Luc Godard's 1959 classic "Breathless," a key work of the French New Wave.
It features Guillaume Marbeck as Godard, Zoey Deutch as Jean Seberg, and Aubry Dullin as Jean-Paul Belmondo.
"Nouvelle Vague" premieres in U.S. theaters on October 31, 2025, and streams on Netflix from November 14, 2025.
Shot in black-and-white with a French crew, it captures the creative chaos of 1959 Paris.
The film debuted at Cannes, earning positive reviews and an 11-minute ovation.
Linklater's next film, "Blue Moon," is also set for release this fall.

History

Historical Context

In 1959, Jean-Luc Godard's "Breathless" emerged as a landmark film, heralding the French New Wave movement that emphasized innovative storytelling and stylistic experimentation. This movement, which included influential directors like François Truffaut, reshaped global cinema. The upcoming film "Nouvelle Vague" pays tribute to this legacy, showcasing the lasting impact of Godard's work on contemporary filmmaking.

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Story summary

Netflix unveiled the trailer for "Nouvelle Vague," directed by Richard Linklater, on September 9, 2025.
The film reinterprets Jean-Luc Godard's 1959 classic "Breathless," a key work of the French New Wave.
It features Guillaume Marbeck as Godard, Zoey Deutch as Jean Seberg, and Aubry Dullin as Jean-Paul Belmondo.
"Nouvelle Vague" premieres in U.S. theaters on October 31, 2025, and streams on Netflix from November 14, 2025.
Shot in black-and-white with a French crew, it captures the creative chaos of 1959 Paris.
The film debuted at Cannes, earning positive reviews and an 11-minute ovation.
Linklater's next film, "Blue Moon," is also set for release this fall.

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