Cross Shot
Cross Shot

Cross Shot

1976Movie88 minItalian

A mobster kills a cop during a robbery and then finds himself pursued by the police, his gang, and the media.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Jean-Luc GodardGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A mysterious woman named Camille is involved in a dangerous plot involving assassination and espionage. She navigates a world of double-crosses and shifting alliances, trying to survive while uncovering the truth behind the conspiracy. Her actions lead her through a series of tense encounters and morally ambiguous choices.

Critical Reception

Jean-Luc Godard's 'Cross Shot' is a complex and stylistically daring crime thriller that polarized critics upon its release. While some lauded its innovative narrative and visual experimentation, others found its fragmented structure and thematic ambiguity challenging. It is often viewed as a key film in Godard's later, more avant-garde period.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its audacious visual style and experimental approach to storytelling.
  • Criticized for its often convoluted plot and intellectual distance.
  • Seen as a significant, albeit challenging, entry in Godard's filmography.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for its unconventional narrative structure, blending elements of film noir with Godard's signature deconstructive techniques, and features actor-director Jean-Luc Godard himself in a significant role.

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