One Heat Minute Productions ONE HOT TAKE: Nouvelle Vague w/ Stu Coote
Jan 16, 2026
Stu Coote, a film commentator and chief instigator of a cinematic deep-dive brand, joins the discussion. They delve into Richard Linklater's Nouvelle Vague, exploring the making of Godard's Breathless. The pair praise Linklater’s effortless filmmaking style and how he captures the essence of 'hangout' movies. They also touch on mockumentary techniques, the meticulous craft behind period recreations, and the film's immersive quality, reflecting on why it resonates so powerfully this year.
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Documentary-Style Recreation Wins
- Richard Linklater frames Nouvelle Vague as a docu-style recreation that pays everyone their dues rather than a glamorized biopic.
- The film focuses on the communal ecosystem behind Breathless, not just singular genius moments.
The Magic Of The Hangout Movie
- Linklater's strength is making 'hangout' movies where every character feels like the coolest person in the room.
- That hangout ethos lets viewers feel present in the era and immersed in the creative atmosphere.
Revolutions Are Ecosystems
- Nouvelle Vague highlights the ecosystem, encouragement, and rivalry that birthed the French New Wave.
- The film argues revolutions look like messy collaboration, not lone epiphany moments.