Varda’s Cleo from 5 to 7

Varda's "Cleo from 5 to 7" is a 1962 French film that explores a young singer named Cleo as she waits for her biopsy results about a potential health issue. Over two hours, the film captures her emotional journey through real-time scenes—showing her fears, doubts, and reflections. Using minimalistic cinematography, natural lighting, and a focus on her internal experience, it invites viewers to empathize with her vulnerability and existential contemplation, creating an intimate portrayal of mortality and self-awareness amid a modern urban setting.