99. French New Wave: Cléo from 5 to 7

The Movie Newbie - A Film Review Podcast

In this episode, we journey through the streets of Paris with Agnès Varda's groundbreaking film, "Cléo from 5 to 7".

Released in 1962, this French New Wave classic offers a real-time portrait of a singer, Cléo, as she awaits the results of a medical test that could confirm a cancer diagnosis. As the clock ticks, Cléo confronts her fears, her identity, and the gaze of those around her.

Join us as we discuss the film's narrative structure, its exploration of existential themes, and its commentary on the role of women in society. We also delve into Varda's unique directorial style and the significance of the film in the broader context of French cinema. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the world of Cléo (or Florence wink wink nudge nudge), I'm sure you'll enjoy what we have to say.

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JABRIEL ALSUHAIMI is a multi-disciplinary creative, working on a multitude of projects in the audiovisual sphere. Hailing from Saudi Arabia and Singapore, Jabriel brings his international perspective and varying influences into his work, which includes podcasts like Curious Humans, Founders For Good & The Movie Newbie, music & radio as Rei.do.Nada, some video content and some writing as well.

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RAPHAEL LECAT is an actor; some would say thespian, some would say clown; others would say human golden retriever (and by some, he means himself...) Raphael was born in France to French parents but quickly became a third-culture kid after his family moved to Singapore. This is where he discovered his passion for theatre and decided to make it his mission in life to be a vessel for stories old and new through the craft of acting.

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OLIVER MANGHAM is a represented screenwriter, producer, fundraiser and content creator across a range of media. A cinema obsessive from a young age, he channelled his passion for storytelling by co-founding the film and television production company Through The Lens Entertainment. When he's not navigating the shark-infested waters of Hollywood, Oliver likes to pen scripts, record podcasts, host musical events and consume large quantities of pasta.

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