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Jean-Luc Godard : L'influenceur

Series | An American Cinematheque tribute to French New Wave pioneer Jean-Luc Godard exploring his most influential films

ABOUT THE SERIES

A trailblazer. A rebel. A visionary. A film maverick. The ultimate influencer. When studying the history and language of cinema, Jean-Luc Godard is a household name. A quintessential artist who was deeply inspired by others, yet also advanced the art form with his own original techniques and formats, Godard’s career is a turning point for the film canon.

Beginning his lifelong journey in film as a critic, he was immediately disgruntled with the state of the French film industry and Hollywood, calling for innovation in the art form. He and other French filmmakers in his circle, who also began as critics and enthusiasts, started to pick up 35mm cameras and make their own films on their own terms. Referencing past cinematic movements and influences while also fully embracing spontaneity, the French New Wave was born. Soon, many other iconic filmmakers and movements would become influenced by Godard’s innovation.

The American Cinematheque is proud to pay tribute and say “au revoir!” to one of the greatest cinematic masters of our time. Through his enduring experimentation with continuity, sound, camera work, acting, locations, and much more, Godard transformed motion pictures permanently. Juxtaposing his great classics with others that are inspired by and take on his distinctive style, we aim to showcase and trace his inimitable influence throughout time. Please enjoy our selection of his twelve most influential films and those that continued the cinematic dialogue after.

Read More about MASCULIN FÉMININ
FRI MAY 26, 2023

1:00 PM

MASCULIN FÉMININ

$8.00 (member) ; $13.00 (general admission)

Los Feliz 3 | ‘Jean-Luc Godard: L’influenceur’

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THU MAY 25, 2023

7:30 PM

MASCULIN FÉMININ / THE FRENCH DISPATCH

$8.00 (member) ; $13.00 (general admission)Aero Theatre | ‘Jean-Luc Godard : L’influencer’

Aero Theatre | ‘Jean-Luc Godard: L’influenceur’

Read More about BAND OF OUTSIDERS / PULP FICTION
FRI APR 14, 2023

7:30 PM

BAND OF OUTSIDERS / PULP FICTION

$8.00 (member) ; $13.00 (general admission)

Aero Theatre | ‘Jean-Luc Godard : L’influencer’ 

Read More about JE TU IL ELLE
FRI MAR 31, 2023

4:00 PM

JE TU IL ELLE

$8.00 (member) ; $13.00 (general admission)

Los Feliz 3 | ‘Jean-Luc Godard : L’influencer’

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FRI MAR 31, 2023

1:00 PM

PIERROT LE FOU

$8.00 (member) ; $13.00 (general admission)

Los Feliz 3 | ‘Jean-Luc Godard : L’influencer’

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FRI MAR 24, 2023

7:30 PM

PIERROT LE FOU / JE TU IL ELLE

$8.00 (member) ; $13.00 (general admission)

Aero Theatre | ‘Jean-Luc Godard : L’influencer’

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THU FEB 23, 2023

7:30 PM

VIVRE SA VIE / THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD

$8.00 (member) ; $13.00 (general admission)

Aero Theatre | ‘Godard : Le Influencer’ Series

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THU JAN 26, 2023

7:30 PM

BREATHLESS / BONNIE AND CLYDE

$8.00 (member) ; $13.00 (general admission)

Aero Theatre | ‘Jean-Luc Godard: L’influenceur’ Series