First Name: Carmen

A young woman named Carmen, who works in a hotel, becomes entangled with a manipulative filmmaker and a petty thief. She finds herself drawn into a dangerous game of love and deception, challenging societal norms and her own desires. The film explores themes of passion, freedom, and the consequences of choice within a modern, urban setting.

Jean-Luc Godard's 'First Name: Carmen' received a mixed to positive reception. While some critics praised its bold stylistic choices and Godard's signature intellectual playfulness, others found its narrative fragmented and its themes less compelling than his earlier works. The film's unconventional approach to the classic Carmen story and its engagement with contemporary issues divided audiences and reviewers.

• Praised for its visual flair and Godard's distinct directorial vision.
• Criticized for a perceived lack of narrative coherence and emotional depth.
• Seen as a postmodern deconstruction of opera and myth.

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Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival (1983)

Jean-Luc Godard shot the film in 16mm and later blew it up to 35mm, a technique that gave the film a distinct, raw visual texture.