2 or 3 Things I Know About Her

2 or 3 Things I Know About Her - 2003-01-11. Director: Jean-Luc Godard. Cast: Marina Vlady. France, 1966, color, 85 minutes. The pronoun "her" (elle) in the film's title refers to the city of Paris. From the beginning of his cinematic career, Godard has always adhered to the idea that consumer culture is a product of capitalist society, compelling individuals to abandon moral principles for survival. Concurrently with the film's release, Godard stated in an interview: "Living in Paris means that at some point, one will inevitably have to resort to prostitution. To survive in this society, one must sell oneself." He further remarked that "currently, the Paris area is undergoing reconstruction and redevelopment in a way that they want to turn it into a brothel. Many characteristics of a brothel can be seen in Paris." According to this viewer, "2 or 3 Things I Know About Her" is one of Godard's most beautiful color films. Marina Vlady plays the role of a housewife who turns to part-time prostitution to support her living expenses. In terms of cinematography style, Godard uses CinemaScope (wide screen) to capture beautiful images of Paris. By mixing new techniques and sociological observations (for example, a cup of coffee evokes the entire universe or the tip of a cigarette symbolizes a large planet), he creates an unforgettable experience for the viewer.