A Timebomb of Self-Discovery: Decoding Agnès Varda's Cleo from 5 to 7 #024

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Agnès Varda's "Cléo from 5 to 7" is an iconic piece of cinema from the French New Wave movement. The film follows Cléo in "real-time" as she awaits biopsy results from five to seven pm, taking us on a journey of self-discovery. While it initially explores the fears associated with mortality, it ultimately highlights themes of isolation and loneliness. A timeless film on self-identity and the public persona, "Cléo from 5 to 7" reflects Varda's feminist sensibilities and offers a refreshing and introspective cinematic experience. In today's episode, I'm joined by podcaster and journalist Ethan Simmie to discuss this classic, highlighting Varda's significant contributions to the French New Wave movement and her background.

Ethan Simmie is a Senior Film Critic for AgentsOfFandom.com, host of two podcasts (The Movie Draft Podcast & 24 Minutes of A24), and host of the YouTube channel Movies Are So Back. He has attended NYFF, SXSW, Sundance, and SIFF through his contributions to the industry.

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