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The late 1950s saw a renaissance in French cinema, with
the emergence of several new directors with a radically
new vision of cinema.
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Thriller remains one of the most popular genres in
French cinema, giving actors such as Alain Delon
and Belmondo some great roles.
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A country that was scarred by both World Wars, France
shows quite a different perspective on war in its films to
many other countries.
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From the creepy surrealism of Bunuel to the fantasy
mindscapes of Jean Cocteau, the world of French cinema can be
a very strange place.
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The French are particularly good at making love films,
from hilarious romantic comedies to heart-rending
emotional dramas.
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Who says the French can't tell a good joke? French cinema
is packed with some of the funniest films ever made,
inspiring even Chaplin.
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American film noir had a huge impact on French cinema in
the '50s and '60s, helping to define the classic
French policier.
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There has been an overlap between French and Italian
cinema. Indeed, Italian neo-realism had its roots
in 1930s French cinema.
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The expressionist style of 1920s German cinema
inspired many filmmakers in France and provided the genesis
for film noir.
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