La Chinoise is a pop-art masterpiece by Jean-Luc Godard that both channels and parodies the revolutionary energies of Paris in 1967. Disillusioned by their suburban lifestyles, a group of middle-class students, led by Guillaume (Jean-Pierre Léaud) and Véronique (Anne Wiazemsky), form a small Maoist cell and plan to change the world by any means necessary. After studying the growth of communism in China, the students decide they must use terrorism and violence to ignite their own revolution.
"La Chinoise" is a groundbreaking 1967 film directed by the legendary Jean-Luc Godard, one of the most influential figures in French New Wave cinema. This Blu-Ray edition from KINO offers an exceptional restoration, bringing Godard's vivid colors and innovative editing to life for modern audiences. The film follows a group of Parisian students who immerse themselves in Maoist ideology, exploring themes of revolution, youth culture, and political idealism with wit and visual flair. KINO is renowned for its dedication to preserving classic and avant-garde films, making this release essential for cinephiles.
The cast features Anne Wiazemsky as Véronique, whose nuanced performance anchors the narrative; she was also celebrated for her roles in "Au Hasard Balthazar" (1966) and "Teorema" (1968). Jean-Pierre Léaud stars as Guillaume; Léaud is iconic for his collaborations with François Truffaut ("The 400 Blows," "Stolen Kisses") and has become synonymous with French cinema?s rebellious spirit. Director Jean-Luc Godard revolutionized filmmaking with works like "Breathless," "Pierrot le Fou," and later essays such as "Histoire(s) du cinéma." Other notable contributors include Juliet Berto?later acclaimed director herself?and Michel Semeniako. Their collective talents make ?La Chinoise? a must-see exploration of radical politics through cinematic innovation.