Alain Resnais

One of Susan Sontag’s favorites, Alain Resnais’ acclaimed Mélo shines through its interplay between the theatrical and cinematic. Adapting Henri Bernstein’s play closely, Resnais’ rendition varies with immaculate long takes and compositions, highlighting outstanding performances from his actors.

Renowned filmmaker-photographer William Klein died in 2022, leaving behind a career built out of eclectic, visually extraordinary subjects. His first film, Broadway by Light, is an avant-garde short intoxicated by the colorful, abstract and pop potential of Manhattan’s neon light shows.