La Jetée

La Jetée is a 1962 French short film that tells a story through black-and-white still images and minimal narration. It explores themes of memory, time, and trauma, following a man in a post-apocalyptic world who is haunted by a recurring childhood image. As he searches for hope and understanding, he experiences visions that reveal connections between the past, present, and future. The film's innovative use of photographs creates a dreamlike, contemplative atmosphere, making viewers think about how past experiences shape our identity and perceptions of reality. It is considered a influential work in science fiction and experimental cinema.