JOURNAL ARTICLE

Nouvelle Vague Celebrates Godard's Breathless.

  • Published In: American Cinematographer, 2026, v. 107, n. 3. P. 14 1 of 3

  • Database: Art Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Giardina, Carolyn 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the film "Nouvelle Vague," directed by Richard Linklater and shot by cinematographer David Chambille, which pays homage to the French New Wave movement, particularly Jean-Luc Godard's "Breathless." Chambille, inspired by the aesthetics and techniques of New Wave filmmakers, aimed to replicate the visual style of the late 1950s through black-and-white cinematography, handheld camerawork, and specific lighting techniques. The production utilized modern technology, including digital cameras, while striving to achieve an authentic period look, including the use of vintage film stocks and lighting methods reminiscent of the original era. The film captures the spirit of the New Wave while remaining distinctly a Linklater project. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:American Cinematographer. 2026/03, Vol. 107, Issue 3, p14
  • Document Type:Film/TV Criticism and Review
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0002-7928
  • Accession Number:191824402
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