Dim Dam Dom
When Steve Mitchell is clandestinely sent to the US embassy in Bucharest, Romania to disarm a nuclear bomb that has secretly remained in the building since the end of the Cold War, little does he know that other problems will soon erupt. He must join Erica Long, a diplomatic attaché who is not all that she appears, to work together on setting the correct computer code that will disable the weapon and accomplish the mission. But while watching video monitors from inside a long-forgotten surveillance room, Steve witnesses a surprising deadly takeover of the building by the Serbian Liberation Front.
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Plot Summary
This short film compiles footage from a 1966 photoshoot featuring Sylvie Vartan for the French magazine 'Dim Dam Dom'. It offers a glimpse into the fashion and style of the era, interspersed with Vartan's public persona and performances.
Critical Reception
As a short documentary piece, 'Dim Dam Dom' received minimal critical attention in its own right. It is primarily regarded as a minor work within Jean-Luc Godard's extensive filmography, often viewed in the context of his broader explorations of media, celebrity, and consumer culture.
What Reviewers Say
- A brief, stylistic snapshot of a 1960s photoshoot.
- Showcases Sylvie Vartan's star power and the fashion of the time.
- More of a curio from Godard than a significant film.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this short film are scarce, but it is generally appreciated by fans of Sylvie Vartan and those interested in Godard's experimental documentary work.
Fun Fact
The film is named after the French advertising slogan for the lingerie brand 'Dim', which was popular at the time.
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