Review of First Name: Carmen (1983) by Dan C — 13 Aug 2008
Godard's works tend to get better on repeated viewings - this one for example has so many layers to it that you'll find something new every time. It's equally a nod to Godard's 60's successes (a Pierrot Le Fou style heist story), reflection on art, cinema vs.
video industry and economics as well as a study of man/female relationships. There's the tragic Merimee/Bizet love story, a Beethoven score and finally Godard himself. Bleaker and sleazier than his early work, this is a confusing yet strangely beautiful film.
This review of First Name: Carmen (1983) was written by Dan C on 13 Aug 2008.
First Name: Carmen has generally received positive reviews.
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