Breakfast on the Grass
Breakfast on the Grass

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Breakfast on the Grass

1979
Movie
135 min
Russian

A funny musical comedy about an adventures of children and adults in a summer camp.

Insights

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

Plot Summary

A satirical look at sexual politics and societal norms, the film follows a group of friends who escape the city for a rural retreat. Amidst discussions on love, freedom, and revolution, their idyllic getaway becomes a stage for complex relationships and ideological clashes. The characters grapple with their desires and beliefs in a landscape that mirrors their internal turmoil.

Critical Reception

Jean-Luc Godard's 'Breakfast on the Grass' is a complex and often debated film that divides critics and audiences. Known for its experimental style and philosophical undertones, it is appreciated by cinephiles for its intellectual depth and Godard's signature approach. However, its unconventional narrative and thematic density have led to mixed reactions, with some finding it impenetrable and others hailing it as a masterwork of postmodern cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intellectual rigor and daring visual style.

  • Criticized for its often obscure philosophical dialogues and challenging narrative structure.

  • Seen as a quintessential example of Godard's later, more abstract period.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google for this specific film, making a specific summary unavailable.

Fun Fact

The film's original French title, 'Sauve qui peut (la vie)', translates to 'Every Man for Himself', reflecting its existential themes, but it was released internationally under the more whimsical title 'Slow Motion'.

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