The film 'Breathless' (French: 'À bout de souffle'), directed by Jean-Luc Godard, is released, marking a significant moment in cinema history and the French New Wave movement.
French filmmaker Jean-Luc Godard begins his career, eventually leading to the creation of 'Breathless'.
Michel, a small-time criminal, impulsively shoots a police officer and steals a car to escape.
Michel meets Patricia, an American student and aspiring journalist in Paris, who becomes intrigued by his reckless charm.
Patricia begins to fall for Michel despite his criminal behavior, and they spend time wandering Paris together.
Michel plans to escape to Italy and wants Patricia to join him to avoid arrest.
Patricia, torn between loyalty and morality, secretly informs the police of Michel's whereabouts.
Police surround Michel's apartment; Michel tries to resist arrest but is shot and killed.
