Numéro zéro
Synopsis
A family portrait in which the director profiles his grandmother, Odette Robert. Eustache includes in the film the conditions of its production — he is seated at the table with her, pours her some whiskey, speaks with the camera operator, manipulates the clapboard at the head and tail of the reels, and even takes a phone call. Robert, who was seventy-one, speaks rapidly and tells the story of her life, starting from her early childhood in villages in the Bordeaux region of France. A shorter version of the film ("Odette Robert") was edited in 1980 to be broadcast on television on TF1. The complete film only gained exposure in 2002, when it was salvaged by Boris Eustache, Thierry Lounas, João Bénard da Costa, Jean-Marie Straub, and Pedro Costa.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Eustache
- Original Title
- Numéro zéro
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Capricci Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Eustache
Adolfo Arrieta, Philippe Théaudière
Department Leadership Roster
Adolfo Arrieta
Director of Photography
Philippe Théaudière
Director of Photography
Jean Eustache
Director
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Periodic import List
French New Wave
Nouvelle Vague films, 1958 to 1973, by the movement's directors.
BD Release: 1971-1975
Movies released in 4K Blu-ray format - 1971-1975
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Frequently Asked Questions About Numéro zéro
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What is Numéro zéro about?
A family portrait in which the director profiles his grandmother, Odette Robert. Eustache includes in the film the conditions of its production — he is seated at the table with her, pours her some whiskey, speaks with the camera operator, manipulates the clapboard at the head and tail of the reels, and even takes a phone call. Robert, who was seventy-one, speaks rapidly and tells the story of her life, starting from her early childhood in villages in the Bordeaux region of France. A shorter version of the film ("Odette Robert") was edited in 1980 to be broadcast on television on TF1. The complete film only gained exposure in 2002, when it was salvaged by Boris Eustache, Thierry Lounas, João Bénard da Costa, Jean-Marie Straub, and Pedro Costa.
Who directed Numéro zéro?
Numéro zéro was directed by Jean Eustache.
Who stars in Numéro zéro?
The principal cast of Numéro zéro includes Jean Eustache, Odette Robert, Boris Eustache.
When was Numéro zéro released and how long is it?
Numéro zéro was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.