Band of Outsiders (1964)

In the heart of the Parisian suburb of Joinville, three lives intersect in a compelling dance of desire, deceit, and desperation. The strikingly handsome Franz captivates the innocent Odile in an English class, discovering her affluent but peculiar living circumstances. Odile, sheltered in an opulent mansion, confides in Franz about a hidden cache of 10,000 franc notes, left carelessly unsecured by her affluent benefactor, Mr. Stolz. This revelation piques Franz's interest, and he confides in his friend Arthur, a rough-hewn individual hounded by his unscrupulous uncle for money. Together, emulating the swagger of American movie gangsters, they plot a daring burglary. They pressure the unsuspecting Odile, dancing a dangerous tango of seduction and intimidation, into becoming their accomplice. Their plan grows increasingly complex as both Franz and Arthur develop an infatuation for Odile, leading to a tense and precarious love triangle. As the lines between right and wrong blur, Odile finds herself torn between compliance and distress. As the tension escalates, one question remains: can this band of outsiders successfully execute their audacious heist?

Band of Outsiders is a comedy movie featuring Anna Karina and directed by Jean-Luc Godard.

Band of Outsiders is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.