Summary
The article discusses Richard Linklater's new films, "Nouvelle Vague" and "Blue Moon." "Nouvelle Vague" is about the French New Wave in cinema, while "Blue Moon" focuses on the life of lyricist Lorenz Hart. Linklater is also working on a long-term film project adapting Stephen Sondheim's musical "Merrily We Roll Along."
Key Facts
- Richard Linklater released two new films: "Nouvelle Vague" and "Blue Moon."
- "Nouvelle Vague" is a tribute to the French New Wave era of cinema, specifically Jean-Luc Godard's film "Breathless."
- Richard Linklater directed "Nouvelle Vague," a largely French film, despite not speaking French.
- "Blue Moon" explores the life of lyricist Lorenz Hart, who worked with composer Richard Rodgers.
- Hart's partnership ended when Rodgers teamed up with Oscar Hammerstein.
- Linklater is known for films that are shot over extended periods, like "Boyhood."
- He is currently working on a film adaptation of the musical "Merrily We Roll Along," which will take years to complete.
