My Night at Maud's is a seminal film of the French New Wave, directed by Éric Rohmer. It explores themes of love, faith, and chance through the story of Jean-Louis, a devout Catholic engineer, who encounters Maud, an intriguing and free-spirited divorcee. The film is renowned for its philosophical dialogue and minimalist style, focusing on the characters' intellectual and emotional interactions. It captures the essence of existential introspection and moral dilemma, characteristic of Rohmer's work.
New Wave, Drama, Romance, French New Wave, Existential, Philosophical