Born on January 16, 1947, in Grenoble, France, she emerged as a prominent figure in French cinema during the 1960s and 1970s. Initially gaining attention through collaborations with Jean-Luc Godard, she became a muse for the New Wave movement. Her versatile talent shone in acting, writing, and directing, with notable works including "La Chinoise" and "Out 1." Beyond her film career, she was celebrated for her contribution to the arts until her untimely death in 1990.