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Paula Nelson goes to Atlantic City to meet her lover, Richard Politzer, but finds him dead and decides to investigate his death. In her hotel room, she meets Typhus, whom she ends up knocking out. His corpse is later found in the apartment of David Goodis, a writer. Paula is arrested and interrogated. From then on, she encounters many gangsters.
A journalist named Richard arrives in a fictional French city to investigate the death of his friend, Robert. He encounters Paula, Robert's former lover, who is involved in a complex web of political intrigue and corporate espionage. As Richard delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy involving the American "Made in U.S.A." brand and various shadowy figures.
Made in U.S.A. is considered a seminal work of the French New Wave, praised for its bold experimentation and political commentary, though its fragmented narrative and overt symbolism have divided critics and audiences over the years. It is often seen as a highly personal and provocative film that challenges conventional filmmaking.
Praised for its innovative visual style and daring narrative structure.
Noted for its sharp political critique and exploration of consumerism.
Criticized by some for its perceived incoherence and detachment.
Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to limited availability and niche appeal. Those who appreciate Godard's experimental style often find it a compelling, albeit challenging, work.
The film was shot on location in Brie-Comte-Robert, a suburb of Paris, and the distinctive color palette of red, white, and blue was a deliberate choice by Godard to evoke American consumerism and political themes.
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In 1966 Jean-Luc Godard was approached by producer Georges de Beauregard, who said that he had some money he needed to spend and asked if Godard could make a film on very short notice. Godard said sure, and proposed adapting a pulp crime no...