I was wondering if the criterion edition of this is worth a blind buy? I have seen BREATHLESS and BAND OF OUTSIDERS and loved them both, so to anyone who has seen this film or owns the DVD, can you give your opinion please?
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Well, I just happened to pick up the Criterion disc the other day (got it as a trade at a second hand DVD store) and, being a huge Godard fan, I had no qualms about picking it up sight unseen... I know lots of "critics" practically salivate at the mention of the title...
That said, I don't think this would be one of my favorite Godards... I think the movie is more for people who like to pontificate about movies rather than people who just want to enjoy them...
There is certainly a lot to admire about this movie... great cinematography, great performances... but I don't think it really "entertains" on the level of Breathless or Alphaville or Pierrot Le Fou. Do I regret my purchase? No. Will I watch the movie again? Certainly... I may even enjoy it more after seeing it a few more times. Would I recommend it to anyone who is not familiar with Godard's work? Probably not.
Still looking forward to seeing Band Of Outsiders and Weekend... those 2 classics have eluded me thus far...
Week-End has yet to be released on DVD, but Band of Outsiders has been released by Criterion. I have never seen it in stores, though.
shareWell, this was a blind buy for me as well, based on my deep admiration for both A Bout de Souffle and Band A Part (also Une Femme est Une Femme). And what a wonderful surprise ! I don't think you'll be dissapointed at all. A great film to add to you Godard collection.
shareTo be honest I don't know why people like "week-end" so much, to me it's just a piece of crap that's all too eager to shock.
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I blind bought it and could not have been more satisfied with it. Hahaha I didn't see this post was in 2005. Oh well I guess your decision has already been made.
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