Breathless
1960movie
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DarkroomCriterion ChannelHBO MaxDarkroomBreathless owes much of its air of refined equanimity to lead actors Jean-Paul Belmondo and Jean Seberg whom molded their characters into admiralty despite their indecisive, selfish, and at times despicable behaviors. Yet, ultimately its Godard’s visual eye and framework that allows us to see these characters at their most vulnerable and honest. This is why both Michel and Patricia have managed to stand the test of time as iconic figures.
Coutard, much like Jean-Luc Godard, wasn’t afraid to break the rules of traditional filmmaking. He brought in his experience as a documentary filmmaker, and that background shaped the raw, real look of Breathless.Browse Our Cinematography Analysis Glossary. Explore directors, cinematographers, cameras, lenses, lighting styles, genres, and the visual techniques that shape iconic films.
