Nouvelle Vague

Nouvelle Vague, or "New Wave," was a cinematic movement that emerged in France during the late 1950s and early 1960s. It was characterized by innovative filmmaking techniques, a focus on personal and political themes, and a break from traditional storytelling. Directors like Jean-Luc Godard and François Truffaut used natural lighting, on-location shooting, improvised dialogue, and unconventional editing to create more realistic and artistically bold films. The movement aimed to revitalize cinema by emphasizing artistic freedom and individual expression, influencing both French and global filmmaking traditions.