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Alphaville (1965)

"Suddenly the word is Alphaville... and a secret agent is in a breathless race against the Masters of the Future."

6.919651h 39mFR
DramaScience FictionMystery

Directed by Jean-Luc Godard

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 39m

Language

FR

Release

May 5, 1965

Director

Jean-Luc Godard

Official Trailer

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Overview

Lemmy Caution is on a mission to eliminate Professor Von Braun, the creator of a malevolent computer that rules the city of Alphaville. Befriended by the scientist’s daughter Natasha, Lemmy must unravel the mysteries of the strictly logical Alpha 60 and teach Natasha the meaning of the word “love.”

Cast

Eddie Constantine

Eddie Constantine

Lemmy Caution

Anna Karina

Anna Karina

Natacha von Braun

Akim Tamiroff

Akim Tamiroff

Henri Dickson

Valérie Boisgel

Valérie Boisgel

2nd Seductress Third Class (uncredited)

Jean-Louis Comolli

Jean-Louis Comolli

Prof. Jeckell (uncredited)

Michel Delahaye

Michel Delahaye

von Braun's Assistant (uncredited)

Christa Lang

Christa Lang

1st Seductress Third Class (uncredited)

Jean-Pierre Léaud

Jean-Pierre Léaud

Breakfast Waiter (uncredited)

László Szabó

László Szabó

Chief Engineer (uncredited)

Howard Vernon

Howard Vernon

Léonard von Braun (uncredited)

Ernest Menzer

Ernest Menzer

Red Star Hotel Receptionist (uncredited)

Jean-André Fieschi

Jean-André Fieschi

Prof. Heckell (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Alphaville (1965), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Lemmy Caution is on a mission to eliminate Professor Von Braun, the creator of a malevolent computer that rules the city of Alphaville. Befriended by the scientist’s daughter Natasha, Lemmy must unravel the mysteries of the strictly logical Alpha 60 and teach Natasha the meaning of the word “love.”

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Alphaville. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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