2 or 3 Things I Know About Her

About 2 or 3 Things I Know About Her

Released in 1967, "2 or 3 Things I Know About Her" is a French New Wave film directed by Jean-Luc Godard. The story centers around Juliette Janson, a housewife in Paris, who turns to prostitution to make ends meet. The film is unique in its representation of the economic and social struggles of mid-20th-century France. It's been documented as deeply philosophical, filled with poetic narration about nature, society, and language.

Making / Production

The making of the film represents the director's unique visionary style. Jean-Luc Godard combined the elements of documentary, advertising techniques and science fiction to create a nuanced picture of Paris during the 1960s. The film was shot in a number of real locations portraying authentic life in Paris.

Actors

• Marina Vlady as Juliette Janson. She excellently portrays the complexities of her character, a middle-class woman who leads a double life.
• Roger Montsoret as Robert Janson, Juliette's husband. He realistically presents the strains and struggles of a working-class man.
• Christophe Bourseiller as their child, who adds a touch of innocence to the film's atmosphere.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "2 or 3 Things I Know About Her" was one of the two films that Godard made in 1967, the other being "Made in USA".
• The film's original French title, "2 ou 3 choses que je sais d'elle", refers to not only the main character Juliette Janson, but also to Paris and to the cinema.

Awards

Despite being considered a classic French New Wave film, "2 or 3 Things I Know About Her" didn't win any major awards.

Quotes

• "What better way of communicating with the outside world could exist than by thought?"
• "In order to think, you have to speculate freely."

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's original music was composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Notably, the odd usage of symphony in the background adds to the film's unique tone.
• The soundtrack also includes contemporary pop music which adds to the film’s portrayal of modern urban life.