Boy Meets Girl (1982 film)

Boy Meets Girl is a 1982 French film directed by Léos Carax in his feature directorial debut. Shot in black and white, the film is a part of the French New Wave revival, known for its stylistic cinematography and focus on themes of alienation and the search for love in a modern urban environment.

The film follows Alex, a young aspiring filmmaker recently dumped by his girlfriend, as he wanders the streets of Paris. He encounters Mireille, a young woman also recently jilted. They form an unlikely connection, drawn together by their shared heartbreak and disillusionment. The narrative explores their evolving relationship and their individual struggles with artistic expression and loneliness.

Boy Meets Girl is notable for its visual style, its sparse dialogue, and its use of music, particularly the recurring theme of David Bowie's "When I Live My Dream." The film established Léos Carax as a significant voice in French cinema and paved the way for his subsequent works, which often feature similar themes and visual aesthetics. While not a commercial success upon its initial release, Boy Meets Girl has since gained a cult following and is recognized as an important early work in independent French filmmaking.