ALPHAVILLE

“Alphaville” is a 1965 French science fiction film directed by Jean-Luc Godard. The movie is set in a dystopian future where a totalitarian computer called Alpha 60 controls the city of Alphaville. The plot revolves around the mission of Lemmy Caution, a secret agent from “The Outlands,” who is sent to Alphaville to find and destroy Alpha 60.

Eddie Constantine plays the lead role of Lemmy Caution, a character he had previously portrayed in a series of B-movies. Anna Karina plays the role of Natacha von Braun, the daughter of Professor von Braun, the creator of Alpha 60. Akim Tamiroff portrays Henri Dickson, a fellow agent who helps Caution navigate the city.
The film was shot entirely in Paris, primarily in the La Défense area, which served as the backdrop for the futuristic city of Alphaville. Godard used the architecture of modern buildings to create a sense of cold, impersonal space, which mirrors the emotionless nature of the computer-controlled society. The stark, monochromatic look of the film is also achieved through black-and-white cinematography.
The film features Godard’s trademark techniques, including jump cuts and fragmented narrative. He also incorporates film noir elements, such as shadows and lighting, to create a sense of danger and tension.

“Alphaville” is a thought-provoking film that explores the relationship between technology and humanity. It also raises questions about individualism, conformity, and the nature of free will. The film’s innovative approach to storytelling and its use of visual language has made it a classic of the science fiction genre.