Nouvelles Femmes : Modern Women of the French New Wave and Their Enduring Contribution to Cinema

Celebrate the iconic female actors and filmmakers of the French New Wave with a compelling new examination of their role as a vital part of cinema history, as well as their influence on attitudes and style in society at large.Legends of style, mystique, and individuality, actresses such as Anna Karina, Jeanne Moreau, Jean Seberg, Brigitte Bardot, and filmmaker Agnès Varda, stand out as emblems of the French New Wave who continue to fascinate audiences worldwide.Part of a larger group of “modern women” who revolutionized cinema, they broke out of the rigid representations that confined women to stereotypes and led the way toward more complex female roles.Their individual voices and undeniable presence brought authenticity to their characters that resonated both on screen and off. Nouvelles Femmes offers a fresh take on these compelling women, illuminated by quotes from the films, directors, and, most importantly, the women themselves.Film stills complementing the narrative showcase inno