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Term: Godardian

1. Adjective

Sense 1: Relating to or characteristic of the style and techniques used by the French filmmaker Jean-Luc Godard.

Description: The term "Godardian" refers to anything that pertains to the unique style and techniques of Jean-Luc Godard, a highly influential French filmmaker. It is used to describe films, techniques, or artistic elements that resemble or are inspired by Godard's experimental and innovative approach to cinema.

Sample Sentence: The movie's nonlinear narrative and visually striking composition depict a clear Godardian influence.

Sense 2: Referring to films or filmmakers who adopt Godard's rebellious and politically charged aesthetics.

Description: In a broader sense, "Godardian" is used to describe films or filmmakers who embrace Jean-Luc Godard's rebellious and politically charged aesthetics. It encompasses the themes of social criticism, political activism, and nonconformist storytelling approaches that Godard introduced in his works.

Sample Sentence: The director's new film is a daring and Godardian exploration of societal issues and radical ideologies.

Related Products:

• Godard DVD Collection
• French New Wave Films
• Books on Jean-Luc Godard